Equinox Gold said its Greenstone mine in Ontario, Canada, has reached commercial production based on the operating progress achieved through October. At full production, the mine will be one of Canada’s largest and highest-grade open-pit gold mines.
Read MoreSEMCO Publishing, parent company of Rock Products, announced the acquisition of Minería Pan-Americana from Route One Publishing. Minería Pan-Americana is the leading Spanish-language magazine, news service and digital resource platform serving the Latin American mining sector. This acquisition strengthens SEMCO Publishing’s portfolio of mining publications, which includes North American Mining magazine, The Asia Miner and Miner’s News Global. The addition of Minería Pan-Americana expands SEMCO’s reach and offers advertisers enhanced opportunities…
Read MoreSami Takaluoma has been appointed as Metso’s new president and CEO, effective November 1. He succeeds Pekka Vauramo, who will continue with the company as per his contract until the end of 2024. Takaluoma has been with Metso since 1997 and has led its Services business area since 2021. “Sami has done an excellent job in leading the businesses and…
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Mining and construction operators in North America can now reduce pump wear by up to 70% and halve maintenance costs with an intelligent monitoring and control solution, according to Xylem. Designed for dewatering in harsh environments, Xylem’s Flygt Pareo solution reduces equipment life cycle costs and improves the reliability and safety of pumping operations by making any traditional dewatering pump into a…
Read MoreFollowing an open dialogue and shared focus on the safety and well-being of the workforce, Newmont Peñasquito and the National Union of Mining, Metallurgical, Steel, and Similar Workers of Mexico have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement for 2024-2026. “As a company, we remain committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance as we work together with the union…
Read MoreThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has surpassed a new record in its membership tally, surpassing 1,000 members, for the first time in its 125-year history. The group said it has seen 109 member companies join in 2024, and 22 in September alone. Its previous membership record that was set almost one year ago; it also has achieved an above-average…
Read MoreThe National Mining Association (NMA), fresh off of the MINExpo 2024 event in Las Vegas, has confirmed the dates for its next show. MINExpo International 2028 will be returning to Las Vegas from September 26-28, 2028. The 2024 event attracted more than 45,000 people and 2,000 exhibitors from 148 countries. Source: nma.org
Read MoreCentury-plus-year-old Kohler Energy has officially rebranded under a new corporate name, Rehlko. Under the rebranding, announced September 17, Rehlko will continue operating as an independent enterprise. The company became a stand-alone entity in May 2024 when Platinum Equity completed a transaction with Kohler Company to establish then-Kohler Energy as a standalone business. Platinum Equity is the majority owner of Rehlko…
Read MoreHeavy-duty centrifugal slurry pumps manufacturer and designer KSB GIW Inc. acquired a significant stake of shares in AIMS/PIP360, an electronics designer and specialist in ultrasonic sensors and analysis. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership between the companies, which have previously collaborated on the development of GIW SLYsight pump wear monitoring technology. Established in 2009, PIP360…
Read MoreLithium Americas and General Motors have entered into a new investment agreement, which establishes a joint venture to bring the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Humboldt County, Nev., on line. Under the terms of the deal, GM will deliver US$625 million of cash and letters of credit to Thacker Pass alongside a conditional commitment of a $2.3 billion Department of…
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