Guidance and review: Advancing mining technology for …

Our analysis spans various mining methods, including open-pit mining, deep underground mining, green mining of complex underground bodies, integrated …

Circular economy: the projects leading the way in

Mining is big business, but also one of the world's biggest polluters. A 2019 report estimated that the world's 3,500 large-scale mining operations produce over 100 billion tonnes of solid waste per year. The ratio of useful materials to waste minerals is staggering; waste mass can be several times that of base metals, and can be millions of …

How AI can be used to improve discovery of …

Mining Technology sat down with Lorraine Godwin, vice-president of VerAI Discoveries, ... We are trying to derisk the early-stage discovery process so that more of these projects get to the mine …

On the hunt: the new technologies changing mineral …

Launched in 2018 by the Prospecting Secondary Raw Materials in the Urban Mine and Mining Wastes consortium, a pan-European alliance of banks, technology firms, and geological institutions, the project collates waste information from across the continent to offer new mining opportunities that may otherwise have gone ignored.

Trends in Modern Mining Technology

The latest technology trends in mining indicate a compelling industry shift towards sustainability. Digital technology works harder than ever to deliver a truly modern, safe, and productive mine that addresses the increased demand for mined materials, while at the same time exceeding customer expectations and global su…

Ethics, geopolitics and lithium mining

Discussing Iran's recent discovery of a massive lithium deposit with Zayn Kalyan, CEO of Infinity Stone Ventures, reveals a unique perspective on the topic. Infinity Stone works to discover deposits of battery metals, taking potential mines through the early development stages before selling the projects onto other companies to develop and …

Behind the mining technology transformation

McKinsey Metals & Mining published a 2015 paper that predicted a technology-enabled transformation of the mining industry. …

The Future Of Mining | Technology

of technology in shaping the mining sector and the potential for innovation to transform the way mines operate in the future. We examine how technology can ... mining companies can start to develop new ways of extracting minerals in remote locations, improve health and safety practices, and drive the

How digital innovation can improve mining productivity

The global mining industry is under pressure. In the short term, falling commodity prices are squeezing cash flow. Looking ahead, many existing mines are maturing, resulting in the extraction of lower ore grades and longer haul distances from the mine face; ore-body-replacement rates are in decline; and new-mine-development …

Australian miners power ahead with equipment electrification

In 2021, BHP partnered with to develop large, zero-emission, battery-powered mining trucks, which were tested last year. BHP said in a statement that the collaboration plays a crucial role in developing procedures, technology and infrastructure required to sustain eco-friendly machines and the mines of the future.

Bau Gold Project, Sarawak

The mine plan proposes to develop the Jugan Hill deposit first, followed by BYG-Krian deposit and the rest of the extensive goldfield in and around Bau. "The processing plant is expected to produce at a rate of 8,000t of flotation concentrate a day."

The nuclear icebreakers enabling drilling in Russia's Arctic

Nuclear-powered icebreaker fleets in the Arctic . In January 2022, multinational engineering and constructions company China Communications and Construction and Russian Titanium Resources agreed to co-operate on a mining project to develop a vertically-integrated mining and metallurgical complex for the processing of …

Technology innovations in the mining industry in …

Global Mining Review, Wednesday, 04 September 2024 10:00. Advertisement. The mining industry has long been synonymous with heavy machinery, vast expanses of rugged terrain, and intensive labour. …

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5 Top Emerging Mining Technology Startups

The Global Startup Heat Map below highlights 5 startups & emerging companies developing mining technologies. Moreover, the Heat Map reveals regions that observe a high startup activity and illustrates the geographic distribution of all 955 companies we analyzed for this specific topic.

Developing electrokinetic mining technology for …

Developing electrokinetic mining technology for recovering rare earth elements from weathering crusts. Heavy rare earth elements are critical for modern technological applications, but their extraction can have disastrous environmental impacts. Employing electrokinetic mining techniques can increase recovery efficiency while …

Top 10 Mining Tech Leaders

Let's look at the top 10 mining tech leaders who transform the industry with their experience and expertise. 1: Theophile Yameogo. ... One of the sought-after speakers on mining innovation, Steve is passionate about developing technology solutions to advance resources exploration. He aims at transforming the mining industry using highly ...

What We Know About Deep-sea Mining

Mineral nodules on the seafloor in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, a key area of interest for deep-sea mining. Photo by ROV KIEL 6000/GEOMAR. In the case of polymetallic nodules — which are currently the primary focus for deep-sea mining — mining vehicles would collect mineral deposits from the surface of the seabed, not …

How digital innovation can improve mining …

The potential to achieve such a breakthrough is now coming within the industry's reach through digital and technology innovations …

Key Engineering Technologies to Achieve Green, Intelligent, …

To realize the transition in unmanned mining from the primary stage to the advanced stage, it is absolutely necessary to fundamentally adjust the traditional mining mode, technology, process, and management means, which will include developing and innovating a series of subversive technologies and methods.

Guidance and review: Advancing mining technology for …

Although continuous mining technology is primarily used to maintain continuity throughout the transportation process, establishing a reliable connection between the various processes through intelligent control approaches remains a challenge. ... At present, foreign countries have begun to research and develop key technologies and …

Canada leads sustainable mining push

Only if they do will they be able to develop – and profit from – the supplies of metals required for the world's transition to clean energy. Opposition to mines that extract copper, lithium and iron ore will continue to rise unless the mining industry improves its track record, he told the Financial Times (FT) in January 2024.

Top 10 Mining Tech Leaders

Let's look at the top 10 mining tech leaders who transform the industry with their experience and expertise. 1: Theophile Yameogo. ... One of the sought-after speakers on mining innovation, Steve is …

Top 10 trends in mining technology

Miners are investing heavily in technology such as data, connectivity and telecommunications, and automation. Of survey respondents, 93% are increasing overall spend, while 44% said they are …

Sharing Mining Benefits in Developing Countries

Sharing Mining Benefi ts in Developing Countries—The Ex-perience of Foundations, Trusts, and Funds, is a product of the World Bank's Oil, Gas, and Mining Policy Division (SEGOM). The task team comprised Remi Pelon (Task Team Leader), Gary McMahon (Senior Mining Special-ist), and Gotthard Walser (Lead Mining Specialist).

Ten Technologies with the Power to Transform …

Brazilian mining company Vale is developing a promising innovative technology in collaboration with the University of São Paulo to recover copper mineral from the tailings using micro-organisms, which if …

Top 10: Mining Technology Companies

Mining Digital considers Top 10 Mining Technology Companies that work to reduce cost, environmental harm and improve safety in the industry by using technology. List. Technology. ... focuses on developing technologies in the areas of automation, remote control, and autonomy. 's mining customers …

Digital transformation: how Australian mining is embracing

GloabalData's analysis shows that 20 companies, such as technology vendors, a few established mining companies, and new start-ups, have engaged in developing and applying remote tunnel monitoring systems.

The Future Of Mining | Technology

Research and development is currently ongoing around the world to push the envelope of what is possible for the future of mining—from fully autonomous mines with driverless …

The role of technology in mine safety and rescue

Mining Technology's analysis of innovation in mine sensor networks, based on GlobalData research, reveals that "activity is driven by improved computing power and connected sensors to control and …