Mining Industry

EPA Declares Asbestos Related Emergency In Montana

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:36:24 -0500

Last week, the Environmental Protection Agency declared the asbestos contamination in Libby, Montana, a federal public health emergency, pledging an additional $125 million to expedite the cleanup of the 2,600-resident town, the Associated Press reports.

Mining Investment Conference to hold in Nigeria

adeshola — Sat, 16 May 2009 17:23:18 -0500

The 4th Annual International Mining Investment Conference and Exhibition on Nigeria.

Motorola Broadens Portfolio of Communications Solutions for the Mining Industry

harminka — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:51:38 -0500

Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) unveiled the most recent enhancements to its portfolio of voice and data solutions for the mining industry – its enhanced MOTOMESH Solo wireless broadband network solution and its Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)-approved HT750 portable two-way radio.

Afghan government becoming more open to private investment for mining projects

harminka — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:26:33 -0500

Although rich in oil, gas, copper, iron, gemstones and other resources, years of deforestation, desertification, over-grazing and a quarter century of violence have ruined Afghanistan’s environment and economy. Additionally, security problems and a predilection for corruption at almost every level have led to it being ranked as the most difficult country in Southwest Asia to do business with.

Apprentice shortage adding to labour woes

seher — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:52:24 -0500

While labour is tight across the economy, the shortage of apprentices is particularly acute.

Pilbara iron ore mine to cost 40pc more

seher — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:58:28 -0500

Hong Kong-based miner, Citic Pacific, has announced a 40 per cent hike in the capital needed to fund the development of its Pilbara iron ore mine.

Australian Miner plans major merger

seher — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:24:34 -0600

Mining company Zinifex says its takeover of Allegiance will not be affected by plans to merge with another mining company.

Mining Resumes in Goa Despite Opposition From Environmentalists

seher — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:19:01 -0600

Mining, along with tourism, forms the economic backbone of India's seaside state of Goa. Environmental concerns recently halted much of the iron ore extraction, but the way has been now cleared for resumption of mining, in a way that is supposed to be environmentally friendly. VOA's Steve Herman reports from Goa.

Corporate governance being forgotten

Dinka — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:07:26 -0600

Small shareholders are being warned to read the fine print before they invest in small mining companies. A report has shown that nearly half Australia's medium-size listed companies are not following corporate governance standards.

Death toll in eastern Ukraine coalmine explosion rises to 33

Armen Hareyan — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 13:36:26 -0600

The death toll in eastern Ukraine, following a methane explosion at a coalmine has risen to 33, and 77 miners are missing, Ukrainian Vice-Premier Andriy Klyuyev said on Sunday.

Report predicts challenges ahead for Australian mining

Dinka — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 10:41:30 -0500

A new study into the mining industry has questioned the long-term sustainability of mining in Australia. In what is described as a world-first report, a Monash University team has looked into the impacts of increased production.

Siemens supplies two gearless drive systems for open-cast mining in Mexico

harminka — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 06:34:38 -0500

The Siemens Industrial Solutions and Services Group (I&S) has received an order to supply two gearless drives for an ore-grinding plant for Minera Penasquito in Mexico. The project encompasses planning and manufacturing of the drive systems as well as supervision of the installation work and commissioning of the equipment.