by Gordon Barratt | Sep 2, 2022 | News
Construction of the Lindi Jumbo graphite project, in Tanzania, remains on track for first production for the first half of 2023, despite owner Walkabout Resources’ recent funding woes. Walkabout recently launched a A$33.17-million capital raise to complete the...
by Gordon Barratt | Sep 2, 2022 | News
ASX-listed Sierra Rutile has started a definitive feasibility study (DFS) on its Sembehun project, in Sierra Leone. Sembehun is considered to be one of the largest and highest grade natural rutile deposits in the world. A previously completed prefeasibility study...
by Gordon Barratt | Sep 2, 2022 | News
Ensuring safe access and protection when working on surface mining machines should be a priority for any operation. Applying handrails in areas which require frequent maintenance and inspection is a proven safety measure and will ensure personnel are far less likely...
by Gordon Barratt | Sep 2, 2022 | News
Leaders from the resources sector are aiming to address the chronic and systemic skills shortage facing the industry at the forthcoming International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) Expo. The Federal Government’s jobs and skills summit will this...
by Gordon Barratt | Sep 1, 2022 | News
Leading miner Agnico Eagle will explore the benefits of battery electric underground technology by trialling the Sandvik LH518B underground loader at its Fosterville Gold Mine in the second half of 2022. The Fosterville operation, located 20 kilometres from Bendigo,...
by Gordon Barratt | Sep 1, 2022 | News
Canada’s First Quantum Minerals is hoping to increase its copper production from its current 800 000 t/y output to one-million tonnes a year within the next five years. Speaking at the second day of Paydirt’s Africa Downunder conference, in Perth, First Quantum...
