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Hitachi Construction Machinery and First Quantum Minerals Announce Zero Emission Partnership With Signing Of Letter Of Intent
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. and First Quantum Minerals Ltd today announce that they have entered into a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to advance the development of sustainable mining solutions at First Quantum’s flagship mining operations in Zambia.

Hitachi Construction Machinery Begins Parts Remanufacturing For Construction Machinery In The Republic Of South Africa
Tokyo, February 24, 2023 – Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. embarks on the production of remanufactured parts for construction machinery, such as medium to large sized hydraulic excavators and medium sized wheel loaders, in March 2023 at Hitachi Construction Machinery Southern Africa Co., (Pty) Ltd.

The Dark Side Of Cobalt Mining
Although cobalt is vital for the production of numerous types of renewable energy batteries, the regions in which it is produced are prone to child labour, human rights violations and other types of exploitation. By Benjamin van der Veen.

The Top Mining Trends In 2023
In 2023 the trend that remains top of the agenda for mining and metals companies is that of environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments.

R50 Million Deal Boosts Mining Diversity And Transformation
Black female owned private equity investor Moshe Capitalhas acquired a 20% stake in Pragma, which specialises in delivering enterprise asset management services and solutions to mining businesses. The R50 million deal was funded by FNB and takes black ownership of Pragma to 56.8%.

Technology Drives Blasting Efficiency And Safety
A combination of digital technologies and improved emulsions are helping mines to improve their blast planning, initiation and analysis.

Blowing Open The African Market
Explosives manufacturer Enaex Africa is taking on the African market with a strategy grounded in safety, quality, people, local economic development and corporate social responsibility.

LTE Medical Solutions Provides Innovative Healthcare
With a growing need to provide access to quality healthcare, all stakeholders need to ensure that this becomes a reality, particularly in places of occupation, and more so in the mining and industrial space that employs thousands of people,” says LTE Medical Solutions COO Andries Vorster.

E&T Minerals: Delivering Reliability, Efficiency, Excellence And Transparency
Local trading and investment firm offers junior miners and blue-chip firms alike access to energy-focused commodities, including coal, and those minerals related to the development of renewable resources. By Rodney Weidemann.

Aligning Skills And Equipment
The importance of having competent operators for large mining machines cannot be overstated. Fortunately, there is an objective test that has been developed to test the skills and assess the competence of individual operators.

On The Trail Of Zero Harm
Safety in the mining environment starts with project safety files and continues until the end of the mine’s life. Digital technologies are significantly improving this arena. By Rodney Weidemann.

ZAC Golfing-For-Good Raises Record Funds For Charity
Suppliers and other participants of Zululand Anthracite Colliery’s (ZAC’s) 2022 Golf Day raised a record of R310 000 in support of community development initiatives. In 2021 and 2020, the event raised R250 000 and R300 000 respectively.

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Success In SADC
The Southern African Development Community countries, miners and supply partners with experience on the ground are witnessing sustained improvement. By Benjamin van der Veen.

RPMGlobal Introduces Accredited Carbon Literacy Training Course For The Mining Industry
RPMGlobal has introduced a world first, accredited, Carbon Literacy training course specifically for the mining and resources industry. The course will allow individuals to learn the key skills to actively contribute to emissions reduction and resilience development regardless of their role within the mining industry.

Mining Journalism Training Returns For Fourth Edition
Journalism students and media professionals once again gained new insights into the world of mining by hearing from industry experts about the many intricacies of the mining sector. This follows a two year break owing to COVID-19. The trainees also visited an active mining operation.

State Diamond Trader And Partners Supports Local Diamond Beneficiators To Shine At The Jewellery And Gem World Singapore 2022
In ensuring that South Africa maintains its standing as one of the best-producing and beneficiating diamond countries the State Diamond Trader (SDT) and its partners continue to create platforms for local diamond beneficiators to showcase and trade their beautifully polished diamonds at international platforms.

Impact Of Alternative Technology Equipment Within The SA Mining Industry
The SA mining industry, despite being a vast, mechanised and extractive sector, recognises the need to be more efficient and less carbon-intensive. Benjamin van der Veen investigates some of the alternative technologies and equipment on offer.

Seven Myths That Impact How NGOs And Conservationists Perceive Mining
Environmentally speaking, mining has come a long way in the past few decades, yet numerous myths around its detrimental effect on the Earth persist. By Rodney Weidemann.

Why ESG Has Never Been More Important
Environmental, social and governance is ultimately about moving beyond a compliance and reporting approach, to one focused on sustainable, profitable growth. By Rodney Weidemann.