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The underused Plutonic processing plant
Catalyst’s third Plutonic Belt mine ready for development
16th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

All regulatory approvals are in hand for Catalyst Metals to begin mining at the Trident gold deposit, about 30 km from the Plutonic processing plant, in Western Australia. This follows final... 


An image of diesel-powered machinery responsible for diesel particulate matter exposure
Health of diesel-powered equipment operators highlighted
16th May 2025

Every year, World Day for Health and Safety at Work on April 28 offers a reminder that no job should come at the cost of a person’s health or safety, says global CEO-led organisation ICMM health... 


A road construction site
Insurer highlights AI’s health pros, cons
16th May 2025

As World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28 highlighted the theme of ‘The Impacts of Digitalisation and AI on Workers’ Safety and Health’, occupational injury insurance provider... 


The above image depicts a hand gun and ammunition
PSiRA clarifies proposed amendments
16th May 2025

Private security regulatory body, the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) acknowledged the significant public and industry interest sparked by the published draft amendments to... 


An image of the Bianca butterfly valve
Firm’s industrial valves improve operationality, efficiency
16th May 2025

Industrial solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems and general industrial applications. BMG’s strategy... 


An image of the LD butterfly valve
Firm expands hygienic valve portfolio
16th May 2025

Swedish manufacturing company Alfa Laval is extending its range of valve-related offerings to clients in the industrial, home and food and beverage sectors, with its new leakage detection butterfly... 


The above image depicts DA Gauteng shadow MEC for Community Safety Crezane Bosch
Political party opposes proposed amendments
16th May 2025 By: Lynne Davies

In its opposition to the draft amendments to the Private Security Regulations, proposed by regulatory body the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority last month, political party the... 


Mining site aerial shot
Pump packing delivers material advances and operational benefits
16th May 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Equipment reliability is paramount in the mining industry, where operations face constant wear and extreme conditions. From gold extraction in Zimbabwe to copper mining in Zambia and diamond... 


MODERN SYSTEMS
The team of mining surveyors from the Zambian mine received comprehensive training on terrestrial and aquatic technologies including Wingtra fixed-wing drones, DJI multirotor aerial systems and CHCNAV bathymetric boats
Copper miners trained on advanced drone systems
16th May 2025 By: Donna Slater

Driven by a current strong demand from copper, South African mining services company and technology integrator Dwyka Mining Services is supporting Zambian mines through the deployment of drones and... 


Amber, the health and safety communication platform
Amber, the health and safety communication platform
16th May 2025

Health and safety is everyone’s business, from the boardroom to the frontlines. Poor workplace communication and culture lead to lost time, injuries and fatalities. Traditionally, designing a... 


ENSURING SAFETY 
The implementation of PDS technology on trackless mobile machinery forms part of a broader effort to improve safety and reduce risk in high-traffic mining environments
Company transforming safety culture through Level 9 PDS
16th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The integration of Level 9 Proximity Detection Systems (PDS) has positively influenced the onsite culture of mining operations over the years, says mine safety original-equipment manufacturer... 


Brad Soekoe, CEO of Stallion
Stallion Integrated evolves into a one-stop business solutions provider
15th May 2025

Stallion Integrated has embarked on a significant transformation from its original offering as a traditional guarding company, founded in 1991, into a multifaceted provider of integrated business... 


bissie tin project
Alphamin reports production decline owing to DRC security concerns
14th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed Alphamin has reported an 18% quarter-on-quarter decline in high-grade tin concentrate production from the Bisie tin mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), for the first... 


US health department to reverse federal layoffs of coal safety workers, senator says
14th May 2025 By: Reuters

Over 100 federal employees who screen coal miners for black lung disease and research other respiratory disease who had been terminated as part of sweeping government layoffs have had their jobs... 


A manganese mine in Hotazel
Exxaro strengthens diversification through R11.67bn acquisition of manganese assets
13th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed Exxaro Resources has entered into binding agreements to acquire shares and claims in manganese assets held by Ntsimbintle Holdings and OM Holdings in a "transformational" R11.67-billion... 


The Wheeler River camp
Denison sticks to Phoenix timeline with 2026 construction in sight
13th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Uranium exploration and development company Denison Mines is aiming to break ground on its flagship Phoenix in-situ recovery (ISR) uranium project in northern Saskatchewan in early 2026, keeping... 


Anglo American technical director and Crop Nutrients CEO  Tom McCulley
Anglo American appoints Crop Nutrients veteran McCulley as technical director
12th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Diversified miner Anglo American has appointed Tom McCulley technical director, effective immediately. He succeeds Matt Daley, who opted to take up a senior executive role at fellow diversified... 


Immersive Technologies Expands Global Reach, Now Supporting Pakistan, Sierra Leone, and Ethiopia
12th May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Immersive Technologies, the global leader in cutting-edge mine training solutions, proudly announces the expansion of its global reach with the shipment of advanced equipment... 


Orapa No. 2 ore processing plant on planned annual maintenance shutdown
12th May 2025

Debswana Diamond Company wishes to clarify that Orapa No. 2 plant is undergoing its annual scheduled maintenance shutdown for the month of May and has not ceased operations as reported in the... 


Matthew Daley will join South32 from Anglo American.
South32 names Anglo exec as successor to Graham Kerr
12th May 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Mining and metals company South32 said on Monday that Anglo American executive Matthew Daley would become its new CEO in 2026, replacing Graham Kerr who would step down later that year after... 


Queensland reinstates mining coroner role
Queensland reinstates mining coroner role
9th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Queensland’s conservative Crisafulli government has appointed veteran barrister Wayne Pennell as the state’s first dedicated Mining and Resources Coroner, delivering on a key election commitment to... 


Glencore CEO Gary Nagle
Glencore improved on various sustainability metrics in 2024
9th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Global diversified miner Glencore says various initiatives at its industrial assets are driving positive change in the communities where they operate. “Our diversified business model, underpinned... 


Skeena appoints new director, strengthens leadership team
9th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

British Columbia-focused Skeena Resources has appointed finance professional Hansjoerg Plaggemars to its board of directors, while also announcing a series of senior management appointments aimed... 


The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
The invaluable role of process automation in West Africa’s mining industry
9th May 2025

By: Belema Koleoso - Territory Technical Lead, Process Automation at Schneider Electric West Africa Today, the West African mining industry serves as an all-important driver in the region’s... 


A skills revolution is needed to drive a cleaner, greener mining industry in South Africa
A skills revolution is needed to drive a cleaner, greener mining industry in South Africa
9th May 2025

By: Jacques Farmer - Managing Director of PRISMA Training Solutions Historically, mining has always had a big impact on the environment. But now, with new technology and a global push for... 


Weir mine dewatering pumps
Dewatering specialist emphasises planning
9th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With mine dewatering being a complex challenge that is often overlooked during the design phase of a mining operation, original-equipment manufacturer Weir helps miners conduct comprehensive... 


FLS apprentices in front of training academy
South African training academy graduates sought after worldwide
9th May 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

The expedited assimilation of apprentices into the production department of minerals processing  technology supplier FLS’s Gauteng-based service centre in Chloorkop, Kempton Park, is a key reason... 


An image of Robert Mulaudzi
Education key to address fire incidences
9th May 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The promotion of public education initiatives about fire prevention strategies should be a key requirement for mitigating the occurrence of fire-related incidences in informal settlements and... 


An image of a modular building at the Uitkomst Colliery
Mobile solutions improve mining education, training
9th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

In providing prefabricated and modular buildings, modular buildings manufacturer Kwikspace has completed various installations at several mining operations in South Africa, where modular buildings... 


A four-locomotive train hauls 160 empty wagons on Transnet’s GFB Flow route during the February 2025 test.
New initiative doubles rail capacity on the Coal Line
9th May 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

State-owned rail freight company Transnet’s continuous improvement team recently launched a 160-wagon train initiative on the North Corridor to improve slot utilisation and double network capacity,... 


A generic image of a fire alarm control panel
Event to highlight fire prevention measures, detection technology
9th May 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

This year’s Firexpo event will focus on increasing safety for building occupants and company employees through sophisticated fire detection technology and preventative measures, coupled with... 


An image of learners in a practical training programme session
Internationally benchmarked training programmes bridge skills gap
9th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

A multi-phase training project was recently implemented at a Southern African mining operation by asset integrity management and industrial solutions company Dickinson Group of Companies (DGC)... 


An image of Chuma Mxo
Community’s firefighting capabilities enhanced
9th May 2025

In a significant move to enhance emergency response and community safety, gas pipeline company the Republic of Mozambique Pipeline Investments Company (Rompco) has donated a modern fire truck to... 


An aerial view of mine dewatering
Mitigating failures
9th May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mines require resilient dewatering systems to prevent failures of such mission critical equipment and the potentially catastrophic consequences, says water technology company Xylem Africa strategy... 


Train tracks on dry, rocky ground.
Urgent fixes prioritised in rail revival funding plan
9th May 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

State-owned rail freight company Transnet’s Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) outlined a structured plan to raise the funding needed to revitalise South Africa’s deteriorating rail infrastructure.... 


Image of Huawei South Africa CEO Will Meng
Huawei unveils AI-driven green warehouse in Joburg
9th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Huawei South Africa has showcased its newly opened 14 000 m2 artificial intelligence- (AI-) powered, green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg. This smart facility boasts advanced technologies... 


A lady with a clipboard in front of the integrated solar inverter and transformer developed by Actom in conjunction with Sungrow
Platinum sponsor to awe Enlit attendees
9th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

In the build-up to this year’s Enlit Africa 2025, electromechanical equipment manufacturer and distributor Actom announced a slew of activities taking place at its stand. “As a platinum sponsor to... 


A man wearing PPE walking on front of Cooling towers looking up to the sky
Cooling giant to unveil rebrand at event
9th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

Instead of simply highlighting its capabilities and technologies at this year’s Enlit Africa, industrial cooling specialists Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) will use the opportunity to make a... 


Mine water
Equipping to tackle waste management complexities
9th May 2025

Waste management is a complex issue in the sub-Saharan African (SSA) mining industry. As a subsidiary of water and waste management expert SUEZ, environmental company EnviroServ is geared to... 


MEI Construction & Services
MEI Construction & Services
9th May 2025

Leading industrial constructor MEI Construction & Services specialises in structural steel, mechanical, piping and platework (SMPP) as well as electrical, control and instrumentation (EC&I)... 


Colliery Training College
Colliery Training College celebrates 60 years
9th May 2025

The Colliery Training College (CTC) has been a cornerstone of the South African skills development landscape since its establishment in 1965. For six decades, CTC has been renowned as a premier... 


Amsted Reelin
The dawn of new technology in Southern African railways
9th May 2025

Amsted Reelin an Amsted Rail global partner, is introducing exciting new rail technology to Africa. Ushering in the latest advancements for rail freight wagons, Amsted Reelin aims to address the... 


CENTA Group: A trusted partner in complete fire protecti
CENTA Group: A trusted partner in complete fire protecti
9th May 2025

With over 30 years of unwavering dedication, CENTA Group has established itself as a leading provider of comprehensive fire protection solutions across South Africa, Southern Africa and the Indian... 


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