Endeavour Silver said its construction work at the Terronera project in the Jalisco state, Mexico, is nearing its final stages and it is producing its initial batch of concentrate. In an update report, the producer said wet commissioning is anticipated to begin early in the second quarter. Advances to date include: Its focus remains on completing the tailing filter electrical…
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Lithium Americas announces FID for Thacker Pass Phase 1
Lithium Americas and its joint venture partners on the Thacker Pass project in Humboldt County, Nev., have confirmed the final investment decision for the first phase of the project as it receives a previously announced $250 million investment from fund entities managed by Orion Resource Partners. Company officials said that, as part of that closing, Orion purchased senior unsecured convertible…
Read MoreSwanson Industries names Brightbill CEO
West Virginia-based Swanson Industries announced today that David Brightbill has been appointed chief executive officer. Brightbill, an accomplished business leader who has been engaged in the global mining and metals industry throughout his 35-year career, spent more than 20 years at Nalco. He most recently led the global mining operations to a consistent record of improved operating results through acquisitions…
Read MoreKomatsu’s Schrader to retire, Bull named successor
Komatsu America has confirmed that Rod Schrader stepped down from his chairman and CEO roles on March 31, and will fully retire effective June 30, and Rod Bull has assumed the CEO seat. Bull served as Executive Vice President of Komatsu’s North America region through his transition on April 1. He brings nearly 25 years of leadership experience in the…
Read MoreMetso launches trio of next-gen crushers
Metso is introducing three next-generation cone crushers, HP600e, HP800e and HP900e, to its Nordberg HPe series for mining and aggregates. The units maintain the trusted HPe features while extending the series to larger crushing capacities for both applications. “Efficiency is the key to meeting the industry’s needs. With the robust new HPe units, we can offer performance, longer lifetime and…
Read MoreThe SENTINEL™ WGM+: Smarter Safety and Monitoring for Modern Mining Operations
In today’s mining industry, where safety, real-time data, and operational efficiency are more critical than ever, the SENTINEL™ WGM+ by Innovative Wireless Technologies (IWT) stands out as a game-changing solution. Combining wireless communications, personnel tracking, and atmospheric gas monitoring into one rugged device, the SENTINEL™ WGM+ is engineered specifically to meet the extreme demands of underground mining environments. Whether you’re managing ventilation-on-demand…
Read MoreBMI quick view: steel tariffs a sign of more restrictions ahead
On Feb. 10, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order to introduce 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports (effective March 4). This is in addition to the 10% tariff on imports from Mainland China, and will add about another 0.5 pp to the average effective tariff rate on U.S. imports, bringing it to about 5.0%, up from about 3.0%…
Read MoreEminent Gold closes on Celts deal
Eminent Gold has completed its acquisition of the Celts mineral property in Nevada for an aggregate purchase price of $400,000 from Orogen Royalties, a subsidiary of Renaissance Exploration. Eminent now holds a 100% interest in the site indirectly through its subsidiary Hot Springs Resources. Pursuant to the purchase agreement, Orogen maintains a 3% net smelter returns royalty. “The acquisition of…
Read MoreNevada Canyon completes Nevada exploration programs
Nevada Canyon Gold has completed the initial Phase I exploration programs at two of its accelerator properties in Nevada – Agai-Pah, within the Walker Lane shear zone in Mineral County, and the Swales property in the Swales Mountain Mining District in Elko County. Phase I of the Agi-Pah exploration program consisted of reconnaissance prospecting, geological mapping, surface sampling of old…
Read MoreIntegral Metals acquires Woods Creek project
Integral Metals has acquired the Woods Creek project, located within the Idaho Rare Earth Elements-Thorium (REE-Th) Belt in southwestern Montana. The strategic addition includes 25 lode claims covering 516 acres and is positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for rare earth elements critical to modern technologies. “The acquisition of the Woods Creek project aligns with our commitment to advancing…
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