The mining regulator of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has introduced stricter measures to enforce cobalt export quotas, aiming to stabilise supply and support global prices. Mining companies have been instructed to utilise all remaining fourth-quarter 2025 export quotas by April 30. Any unused volumes after this deadline willContinue Reading
Sany America made a strong impression at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, showcasing new machinery and advanced technology as part of its push to expand in the heavy equipment market. The company introduced its latest innovations, including the redesigned SY235 excavator, its first-ever compact track loader (CTL), and a new machine control platform.Continue Reading
Epiroc has secured a significant contract for autonomous, electric-powered surface mining equipment in Africa, marking another step forward in the industry’s shift toward safer and lower-emission operations. The order highlights growing demand for advanced technologies that improve productivity while reducing environmental impact. The customer has commissioned a fleet of PitContinue Reading
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has launched decisive measures to regain control of a disputed mining concession in Kakanda following a fatal landslide that claimed 11 lives during the night of March 10–11, 2026. The site, operated by Boss Mining, had been overrun by informal artisanal minersContinue Reading
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced plans to shut down its Rokbak articulated dump truck (ADT) business, citing rising operational costs, supply chain pressures, and ongoing global trade challenges. The decision, while global in nature, carries implications for mining markets such as Zambia, where haulage equipment plays a criticalContinue Reading
Leica Geosystems is expanding its aftermarket 3D machine control compatibility to Caterpillar’s next-gen wheeled excavators. The companies previously collaborated on the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution for Caterpillar’s next-gen hydraulic tracked excavators. The expansion is a result of growing demand from Cat wheeled-excavator users, Leica said. Available starting inContinue Reading
RCT – Powered by Epiroc’s AutoNav Tele is enhancing narrow vein mining at the Vertex-operated Reward Gold Mine site at Hill End. The state-of-the-art, agnostic automation technology has been installed on the Aramine L350D mining loader, which recently arrived from France to Epiroc’s Orange Service Centre. The small underground loaderContinue Reading
Rwanda Launches 10 New Mining Blocks for Exploration in Tin, Tantalum, Tungsten, Lithium, and Gemstones Rwanda’s mining sector is attracting renewed investor interest as the government reports at least 73 applications for the 10 mining blocks unveiled in mid-2025. According to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB), theContinue Reading
AR Racking has been chosen by Mahou San Miguel to design, manufacture and install the high-density racking system for its new logistics platform adjacent to Spain’s largest brewery in Alovera, Guadalajara. The contract is part of the 80 million euros that the brewery has allocated to position its operations atContinue Reading
Mines are demanding environments and that is no more true than in Zambia where copper mines are among the wettest in the world. Here, an inefficient pump station can lead to a flooded pit. And there’s a whole range of technical challenges mine operators need to consider; a single failedContinue Reading
