Mining & Resources

Researchers at The University of Queensland say engineered “super fungi” could offer a lower-impact method for recovering critical minerals from mining waste, while also contributing to site remediation efforts.

Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology recently showcased its latest advancements in mining technology at the 2026 Global Mining Machinery Expo.

Australia has moved to strengthen cooperation with Japan on critical minerals, with a renewed focus on supporting onshore processing, refining and related manufacturing, following a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Canberra.

Australia’s mining sector is examining how quantum sensing could strengthen exploration capability and improve efficiency, as industry, research and government leaders gathered at the Quantum Australia Conference in Sydney.

Mining contractors are positioning for a new phase of growth as activity across the sector begins to rebound, according to a report released by Grant Thornton, which points to improving market conditions alongside evolving risks.

The manufacturing-dependent construction materials sector is urging the Federal Government to prioritise its operations under Stage 3 of Australia’s National Fuel Security Plan, warning that disruptions to fuel access could halt manufacturing output and delay major construction projects, according to Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA).

Cummins is marking 100 years of powering the mining industry in 2026, highlighting a century of manufacturing innovation, technological development and long-standing partnerships with mining companies and original equipment manufacturers.

Orica has announced it is expanding into copper processing chemistry through the acquisition of the Danafloat product range from FMC Corporation.

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.

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.