Deloitte has released a roadmap outlining strategic initiatives and cross-sector collaborations to help make net-zero emissions by 2050 a reality. Edited by Josephine Patterson In Deloitte’s recent report, “Energy Transition: The Road to Scale,” the business consulting firm explores five strategic verticals that are at the forefront of the energy transition, each requiring scaling in a phased manner, innovation and…
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Vale recently announced Gustavo Pimenta as the company’s next CEO. The executive was unanimously elected by the board of directors, after a rigorous selection process supported by an international headhunting company, in compliance with Vale’s bylaws, corporate policies, the board’s internal regulations and applicable legislation. Pimenta is an executive with global experience in the financial, energy and mining sectors, and…
Read MoreSandvik will introduce innovative new solutions and showcase its latest technologies at mining’s largest trade show, including battery-electric and diesel-electric equipment to help customers improve their sustainability. Sandvik will have its latest innovations on display at MINExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas, including its new Toro diesel-electric truck demonstrator and latest battery-electric concept surface drill rig. Sandvik’s 21,000-square-foot (1,950-square-meter) exhibit…
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Experts from across the mining industry will share expertise and help push the advancement of innovations in mining waste via a newly formed board. Biotech start-up Allonnia has created a mining advisory board to look specifically at waste issues in mining, including ore refinement, tailings stabilization and more. The group is made up of five current and former mining industry…
Read MoreThe 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…
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With an ambition to explore decarbonization opportunities across transport, operations and materials, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Volvo Group and CRH on November 13. As part of this strategic agreement, Volvo CE will take on responsibility for next generation technology deployment, the scaling up of cutting-edge technology, and operational efficiency for the off-road segment in a bid…
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Burgex Mining Consultants offers a deeper look into what’s driving movements and changes across several commodities in this outlook. By Chris Guenther When considering commodity markets, I often liken them to a game of blackjack. With the wealth of data now at our fingertips, it feels akin to openly counting cards in the resource sector, and surprisingly, no one seems…
Read MoreNorth American Mining speaks to two experts on the importance of energy audits and debottlenecking studies for achieving efficient and sustainable mining operations. By Jonathan Rowland Efficiency. Optimization. Debottlenecking. These are buzzwords that get thrown around a lot in conversations about almost any heavy industry. Mining is no exception. They are also often connected to more buzzwords – like digitalization,…
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Mining flowsheets can take many different routes, but more often than not they begin with drill and blast. Optimizing blasting outcomes can thus play a critical role in determining overall mine efficiency. North American Mining discussed current and future blasting best practices with experts from explosives providers and technology suppliers. By Jonathan Rowland Drilling and blasting are “key functions in…
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Emphasizing a steadfast dedication to innovation, Micromine has revealed its highly anticipated 2024 release. The release introduces new features and enhancements across the company’s entire product suite, further underscoring its mission to deliver state-of-the-art technology to reshape the industry. Kiril Alampieski, Micromine chief strategy and product officer, expressed the company’s dedication to assisting the global exploration and mining industry in…
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