ABB taps manufacturing expertise for major Australian mining contract
ABB says its manufacturing-driven grinding technology will play a central role in a major new mining development in Australia, after securing a contract to supply mill drive systems for the Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland.
Qld welcomes major investment in Kestrel Coal Mine acquisition
The Queensland Government has welcomed the announced acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in the Kestrel Coal Mine near Emerald, a move it says supports the long-term future of operations and employment at the site.
Researchers examine role of leafy vegetables in alternative mining methods
Leafy vegetables commonly found in household kitchens could play a role in extracting valuable metals from contaminated soils, according to research from The University of Queensland.
Ancient tectonics linked to rare earth mineral deposits, Adelaide University study finds
Research from Adelaide University has identified ancient tectonic processes as a key factor in locating rare earth elements (REEs), which are critical for modern technologies and the global clean energy transition.
Australia moves to support onshore fuel production amid market pressures
The Australian Government has announced changes to the Fuel Security Services Payment aimed at supporting domestic fuel production and helping refineries adapt to new technologies.
$80M boost for manufacturing and mining emissions reduction in NSW
The NSW Government has announced an $80 million funding package to help mining and manufacturing industries reduce emissions as part of the state’s ongoing net zero transition.
$53M grant to support development of critical metals refining industry
The Australian Government has announced $53 million in funding to support the development of a domestic critical metals refining industry through the Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program.
Victorian gov’t boosts manufacturing with new antimony processing push
The Victorian Government says it is strengthening the state’s manufacturing capability by boosting critical minerals processing, announcing new grants aimed at establishing a local antimony processing industry and creating jobs in regional Victoria.
Australia doubles down on manufacturing with critical minerals rise
Australia’s manufacturing and resource capabilities have been bolstered by the latest Australian Government stocktake of mineral resources, which points to strong growth in exploration, production and economic potential for critical minerals essential to advanced manufacturing and clean energy technologies.
Advanced Navigation launches Chimera Land laser navigation system for mining
Advanced Navigation has launched Chimera Land, a new 3D Laser Velocity Sensor (LVS) technology designed to improve vehicle positioning in deep underground mining environments where GPS signals cannot reach.
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