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
The agreement reflects Gabon’s broader strategy to diversify its economy and unlock the full commercial potential of its mining industry Gabon has taken a significant step toward strengthening its mining sector by signing a new collaboration agreement between the Ministry of Mines and Geological Resources of Gabon (www.Mines.Gouv.ga) and SouthContinue Reading
The RCT – Powered by Epiroc team at the Mt Isa branch has successfully completed its first installation of the AutoNav system on a CAT R2900 XE Hybrid loader for AIC Mines at the Eloise Copper Mine in Northwest Queensland. The new machine was purchased by AIC Mines to supportContinue Reading
Puma Energy, a leading downstream energy company, and Hass Group (https://HassPetroleum.com), a leading oil marketing company in Africa, today announced a lubricant distribution partnership covering the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agreement was signed at the Investing in African Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town. The agreement marks the introductionContinue Reading
Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is a significantpart of the global mineral economy. In fact, 45 million people across the world workdirectly in ASM, with estimates indicating as many as 315 million people benefit from thesector indirectly. However, a critical challenge is finding ways for small miners to enter theContinue Reading
Normet has launched the Scamec LC 065 A, a purpose-built scaling machine designed to deliver exceptional safety, visibility and productivity for underground operations — including the narrow, high-activity workings typical of many mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Built on the same proven and robust carrier platform asContinue Reading
AR Racking presents the new galvanised version of its AR LS system, with galvanized uprights, a medium-duty shelving solution designed for picking operations and manual storage. With this launch, AR LS abandons the painted finish for its uprights, adopting galvanizing on the uprights as its standard option, in line withContinue Reading
Caterpillar has expanded its partnership with Nvidia to bring AI-driven solutions to mining and construction operations, delivering next-generation tools for operators, dealers, and industry professionals. The collaboration focuses on enhancing machine intelligence, productivity, and safety while modernizing manufacturing and supply chain processes. AI-Equipped Mining and Construction Machines Using Nvidia’s JetsonContinue Reading
Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) has launched the “Manja Pamodzi Na 18,000KT” campaign, a company-wide initiative aimed at promoting safe, sustainable, and collaborative copper production across all its operations in Zambia. The campaign was unveiled during the Best Slogan Award Ceremony at KCM’s Corporate Office in Chingola. Director of Mining, MrContinue Reading
As engineers and workers navigate deep shafts and unstable geology when visibility remains limited, communications are fragile, and risks move faster than human response, the mining sector becomes one of the world’s most hazardous industries. The urgency is visible in recent trends. According to the Mining Safety and Health AdministrationContinue Reading
