The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) and the Copper Mark are collaborating on an important pilot project to enhance the assurance processes of both organization’s standards. As part of this project, MAC and the Copper Mark are merging their respective assurance processes for pilot testing by MAC members undergoing Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) verification in 2024, with the Copper Mark…
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Taseko strikes deal for Gibraltar ownership
Canadian-based Taseko Mines has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 12.5% interest in the Gibraltar copper-molybdenum mine in British Columbia from Dowa Metals & Mining and Furukawa. Under the terms of the deal, Taseko will acquire Dowa and Furukawa’s shares in Cariboo Copper for a minimum of C$117 million payable over a period of 10 years, plus…
Read MoreCanada funds Rio Tinto IOC’s decarbonization efforts
The Government of Canada has awarded Rio Tinto Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC) C$18.1 million to support the decarbonization of iron ore processing at its operations in Labrador West. Canada’s contribution represents approximately 25% of the total cost of the project, with IOC funding the remainder of the investment. “Rio Tinto IOC has a plan to decarbonize and continue…
Read MoreBaffinland, ROGESA to explore producing ‘green’ steel
Baffinland Iron Mines and German steelmaker ROGESA are strengthening their cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further investigate the use of high-grade iron ore from Nunavut, Canada, in low carbon “green” steel production. “We are delighted to continue our long-standing and mutually beneficial relationship with ROGESA. Cooperating with ROGESA in realizing environmentally compatible steel production has been…
Read MoreBrookville earns ISO 9001
Pennsylvania-based Brookville said its quality assurance program has been validated as compliant with ISO 9001:2015 Standards following a recent certification audit. The compliance certification is per DEKRA, an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited certification body. The campus-based certification covers Brookville’s facilities in Brookville, Pa., and will complement the organization’s long-standing Association of American Railroad (AAR) M-1003 Certification for its…
Read MoreSleeping Giant mill reawakens
Quebec-based Abcourt Mines said the mill at its Sleeping Giant underground gold operation in the Abitibi region of the province restarted processing on February 13. In its Feb. 20 confirmation of the restart, it confirmed it saw 20 tonnes per hour in the first week. On Feb. 19, it marked 32 tph with the addition of the second ball mill.…
Read MoreRed Dog earns Zinc Mark: Teck Resources
Teck Resources said its Red Dog Operations, the largest critical mineral mine in the United States, has been awarded the Zinc Mark in recognition of environmentally and socially responsible production practices. It is the first mining site to receive the standalone Zinc Mark from The Copper Mark. “With Red Dog being awarded the Zinc Mark, all of Teck’s managed base…
Read MoreTahuehueto approaches final commissioning: Luca Mining
Canadian-based, Mexico-focused Luca Mining said testing of the final equipment to complete construction of its Tahuehueto underground gold mine is almost finished. In the crushing circuit, a new vibrating screen is currently being installed, to further improve crusher system availability. Additionally, final alignment and testing of the second 750-tonnes-per-day ball mill will be completed this month, providing an installed grinding…
Read MoreUnited Coal bolsters mine rescue training at Virginia Tech
United Coal Company (UCC) has donated Biomarine mine rescue equipment to Virginia Tech’s Mine Engineering Department to help facilitate students’ development into proficient mining engineers. “The impact of this donation on the Virginia Tech Mine Engineering Department is expected to be profound, enhancing their ability to train and prepare for mine rescue operations,” said UCC officials. “The equipment enables more…
Read MoreCanadian authorities file criminal case against Diavik mine
Rio Tinto’s Diavik mine, located about 200 kilometers south of the Arctic Circle in the Northwest Territories, is facing a criminal case after a 2003 accident left an employee seriously injured, reported Reuters. “[The] Diavik diamond mine is charged with multiple counts alleging violations of the Mine Health and Safety Act, including failure to implement and maintain safe work practices,…
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