Federal gov’t injects $19.8M into green steelmaking pathway
The Federal Government, through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), has committed $19.8 million to support the development of lower-emissions metal production in Western Australia.
Alcoa to curtail Kwinana refinery, to axe over 1,000 jobs
Global aluminium producer Alcoa has announced its decision to curtail production at its Kwinana Alumina Refinery in Western Australia in the second quarter of 2024.
QPM to create Carbon Abatement Hub in the Northern Bowen Basin
Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd (QPM) has launched QPM Energy Pty Ltd and the Carbon Abatement Hub Project (CAH Project) to secure a gas supply...
5E Advanced Materials affirms boric acid, lithium presence at Boron Americas Complex
ASX-listed boron and lithium company 5E Advanced Materials has initiated operations at all four wells of the 5E Boron Americas Complex, confirming the presence of lithium in the Pregnant Leach Solution (PLS) and noting a continual increase in the boric acid head grade.
Orica and KAPEKS partner to drive digital transformation in Turkey’s mining industry
Orica and KAPEKS have announced a strategic collaboration to deploy advanced digital technologies aimed at enhancing productivity, safety, and sustainability in Turkey’s growing mining sector.
New work plan greenlights major mineral sands project in Victoria
The Victorian Government has approved a new work plan for VHM Limited’s Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, a move expected to create jobs and expand the state’s critical minerals sector.
Australia-India partnership launches hub for sustainable mineral dev’t
A joint initiative between Monash University and IIT Hyderabad is set to revolutionize the global supply chain of critical minerals through cutting-edge research and sustainable practices.
5E Advanced Materials kickstarts mining operations at 5E Boron Americas Complex
ASX-listed boron and lithium company 5E Advanced Materials has officially begun mining operations at its 5E Boron Americans Complex with the start of the wellfield injection process.
Australia’s new Critical Minerals Strategy to boost jobs in mining, manufacturing sectors
The Australian government has released the new Critical Minerals Strategy aimed at creating more jobs in the mining and manufacturing industries and backing global efforts towards achieving net zero emissions.
Dyno Nobel to provide explosives technology to Fortescue’s Iron Bridge Magnetite Project
Incitec Pivot subsidiary Dyno Nobel has been contracted to supply Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge Magnetite Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region with its...
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Australian Manufacturing Week 2026 to make Brisbane debut
Australia’s leading advanced manufacturing showcase, Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW), is set to return in 2026, marking its first-ever event in Brisbane.
