Quarry and Mining News in Construction and Infrastructure
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Skillington Quarry near Grantham in Lincolnshire has rapidly evolved from a grass-covered field into a fully operational limestone site, thanks in no small part to the de...
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed a substantial β¬500 million loan to Sandvik, the Stockholm-based engineering giant, to underwrite its 2026-2029 R&D pu...
Australiaβs mining industry is entering a pivotal era of electrification and fleet decarbonisation, with two Cat 793 XE Early Learner battery-electric haul trucks now com...
Rithmik Solutions has taken a decisive step in its growth trajectory with Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. making a minority strategic investment as part of the c...
Global infrastructure development is forging ahead at an unprecedented scale. From new highways carving through dense jungles to colossal bridges spanning rivers and bays...
The global mining sector finds itself on the cusp of a transformative era, where decarbonisation is no longer on the horizon but firmly at the forefront of strategic plan...
In the relentless landscapes of Africa, where searing heat, swirling dust and torrential rains can turn a job site into a battleground, only the toughest machinery can ke...
AGGPRO, a long-standing leader in the UKβs aggregate processing machinery sector, has announced a strategic partnership with Terracon, a global pioneer in high-performanc...
Rio Tinto has joined forces with Chinaβs State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC) Qiyuan to trial a ground-breaking battery swap electric haul truck system at the Oyu To...
Imagine a fine powdery dust piling up by the tonne at the edge of a quarry, once considered little more than an inconvenient by-product. Today, that very quarry dust is b...
Balancing the demands of global infrastructure growth with the urgent call for environmental responsibility has become one of the great challenges of our era. Rising to m...
Saint-Gobain Canada has marked a pivotal moment in its Western Canadian operations with the completion and commissioning of the CertainTeed Kootenay West Gypsum Mine near...
Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc. has achieved a major milestone in ocean science with the successful deployment of two Autonomous Benthic Mini Landers (ABML) in the Cook...
In a significant move to strengthen Western Australiaβs iron ore production, the Robe River Joint Venture partners, Rio Tinto, Mitsui, and Nippon Steel, have announced a...
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. has inked a pivotal five-year Charter agreement with Technological Resources Pty Limited, a subsidiary of global mining giant Rio...
Barminco, the underground mining subsidiary of Perenti, has clinched a significant four-year contract valued at around A$300 million with Ramelius Resources for the Dalga...
The Lobito Corridor is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in Africa, poised to redefine mining logistics across the continent. Stretching...
The streets of Singapore have welcomed a gameβchanger. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvoβ―CE) has just debuted its New Generationβ―A40 Articulated Hauler in the Lion City...
The Asian Development Bankβs (ADB) recent approval of a $410 million financing package for the Reko Diq copper-gold mine has been hailed as a watershed moment for Pakista...
In Texas, surface mine reclamation is far more than planting grass and walking away. Itβs a process spanning decades, demanding scientific precision, deep environmental k...
Stawell Gold Mine, situated some 250 km northβwest of Melbourne, isnβt exactly new to automation. For over two decades, itβs called on RCT β Powered by Epiroc to enhance...
As humanity inches closer to establishing a permanent presence beyond Earth, the focus of lunar exploration is shifting from short-term visits to long-term settlement. Th...
As the global economy pivots toward decarbonisation and digitalisation, the demand for critical minerals has skyrocketed. These aren’t just buzzwords β minerals lik...
In a twist worthy of a geological thriller, scientists have unearthed a brand-new type of sedimentary rock formed from the unlikeliest of origins: human waste, more speci...
Move over fashion week and fintech expos. This December, itβs mining that takes centre stage as London gears up to host the inaugural London Mining Week. An initiative by...
In a strategic move to enhance its marine dredged materials processing, Brett Aggregates has teamed up once again with CDE to launch a compact yet powerful 400tph sand wa...
Australia has taken a decisive step onto the world stage by launching the first sustainable finance taxonomy that doesnβt shy away from including mining. As the worldβs d...
Sandvik has taken a bold step into new territory with the launch of its Basic Premium range β a no-nonsense, high-quality equipment line-up built specifically for the fas...
Tucked into the rugged folds of the Patagonia Mountains in southern Arizona, a pivotal infrastructure link has just been laid down to support one of the United States...
Just off one of the UKβs busiest stretches of motorway, where the hum of engines on the M6 barely pauses, a remarkable transformation has quietly unfolded. A barren openc...
The global push toward a low-carbon economy is creating a rush for critical minerals, and Africa is sitting on a goldmineβquite literally. Lithium, cobalt, copper and rar...
In an era where sustainability is no longer a luxury but a necessity, UK-based PMG and wet processing technology pioneer CDE are leading the charge in transforming waste...
The mining industry is accelerating its journey toward fully autonomous operations, and two major players are teaming up to push the boundaries even further. Komatsu, one...
Sandvik Mobile Crushing and Screening is once again pushing industry boundaries with the launch of its latest innovation, the electric-driven QH443E tracked cone crusher....
In a bold move set to reshape mobility in the surface mining sector, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has inked a global distribution partnership with Sleipner, a name s...
Rio Tinto is marking a significant leap forward in Australia’s industrial self-reliance, with construction beginning on its first locally produced iron ore rail car...
In a significant commitment to supporting Australian businesses, Rio Tinto’s spending soared to over A$17.7 billion in 2024, an impressive 9.9% increase from the pr...
In the unforgiving world of mining, where danger is part of the daily grind, a quiet revolution is underway. It goes by the name of Drive-by-Wire. This game-changing tech...
In the heart of Bavaria, change is brewing. In Zolling, Germany, second-generation construction firm J. Obermeier e.K. has turned a critical corner in its evolution. With...
The mining industry stands at a crossroads, tasked with securing a stable supply of raw materials while reducing environmental impact. From electrification to automation...
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