Key Terms in Quarrying and Mining Quarrying and mining involve specialized terms that are essential for understanding the technical and operational aspects of the industry. Below is a comprehensive glossary of terms commonly used in quarrying, complete with detailed explanations. Aggregate Aggregate ref...
Engineering Against the Current to Safeguard the Danube The Danube River has long been a lifeline for Europe, winding its way through ten countries and serving as a vital corridor for trade, travel, and biodiversity. However, this mighty river can also turn treacherous. Near Ulm, Germany, the convergenc...
XCMG Celebrates a Successful bauma CHINA 2024 At the recently concluded bauma CHINA 2024, XCMG Machinery solidified its position as a global leader in construction and mining equipment. With contracts exceeding CNY 10 billion, the Chinese giant made a resounding statement about its commitment to...
Decarbonising Construction with Volvo CE and Heidelberg Materials In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, two industry giants, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Heidelberg Materials Northern Europe are making headlines with a pioneering partnership aimed at decarbonising the constru...
Philippines Eyes PPP Project Finance for Mindanao Railway Project The Mindanao Railway Project (MRP), a long-envisioned endeavour to transform transportation in the Philippines, has taken a new turn. With financing from the Chinese government falling through, the Department of Transportation (DoTr) is n...
Unlocking Climate Investments in Asia The challenge of financing climate action has never been more urgent. For Asia and the Pacific, a region grappling with rising temperatures, extreme weather, and environmental degradation, the stakes are high. With economic stability, infrastructure, and livelihoods...
Tackling Infrastructure and Roadbuilding Challenges with Innovative Equipment Roads are arguably humanity’s most essential infrastructure. From bustling city highways to quiet rural lanes, they connect people, businesses, and economies. Yet, the world is grappling with an infrastructure crisis. Th...
Solar Paint could redefine the Electric Vehicle Electric vehicles (EVs) have taken the automotive world by storm, but range anxiety and frequent charging stops still hold back widespread adoption. Enter solar paint – a ground-breaking innovation that could revolutionise how EVs generate energy. Develope...
Colombia Opens Bidding for the El Estanquillo-Popayán Highway Corridor Colombia is embarking on an ambitious journey to transform its road network and bolster regional connectivity. The national government has officially announced a public bidding process for the El Estanquillo-Popayán Highway Corridor—...
Yunex Traffic Stratos UTMC Revolutionises Traffic Management in Lancashire Lancashire County Council (LCC) is taking bold strides towards a smarter, more sustainable transport future with the adoption of Yunex Traffic’s Stratos Urban Traffic Management and Control (UTMC) solution. This cloud-hosted plat...
Tyne Bridge Restoration Enters a Critical Phase The Tyne Bridge, a much-loved symbol of North East England, is undergoing an ambitious four-year restoration to preserve its iconic presence for generations to come. As part of this monumental project, scaffolding is now set to span the River Tyne in the l...
Cripple Creek and Victor Gold Mine Acquired by SSR Mining in the US SSR Mining Inc. has taken a bold step to strengthen its position as a leading gold producer in the United States. With the acquisition of the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine (CC&V) from Newmont Corporation for $100 million upfr...
7 Features to Look for in CPM Construction Scheduling Software Construction projects are complex by nature. With multiple tasks, tight deadlines, and limited resources, staying on schedule is no easy feat. That’s where CPM (Critical Path Method) construction scheduling software comes into play. It helps...
Transforming La Araucanía Airport in Chile The Belfi-Icafal consortium has taken a bold step toward revolutionising air travel in southern Chile with its ambitious bid to operate and expand La Araucanía Airport. This project, with an investment of $138 million, promises not only to modernise the infrast...
CDE Commissions a Game-Changing Wash Plant for Granite in Utah In the heart of Utah’s thriving construction landscape, CDE, a global leader in sand and aggregate wet processing solutions, has made waves by commissioning a cutting-edge 550 tons per hour (tph) wash plant for Granite. This ambitious...
Tigercat 120 Winch Assist Redefines Steep Slope Harvesting Tigercat has once again upped the ante in forestry innovation with the release of its 120 Winch Assist. This latest addition to Tigercat’s steep slope harvesting arsenal is set to revolutionise operations by offering a seamless, fully mech...
Unlocking Iron’s Potential in Superconductivity Research In a ground-breaking discovery, scientists at the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) have unveiled the intricate atomic mechanics that bolster superconductivity in iron-based materials. Published in Nature, this revelation could ig...
Sustainable Plastic Recycling with Continuous Pyrolysis Technology The global surge in plastic waste is no secret, and nations are scrambling to innovate sustainable solutions. Enter the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER), where Dr. Byungwook Hwang’s team has cracked the code for large-scale, eff...
Sustainable Cooling and Heating with Magnetocaloric Heat Pumps The journey to a more sustainable future is gaining momentum, especially in the realm of heating and cooling technology. Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Ames National Laboratory have achieved a breakthrough in magnetocaloric h...
Saudi Arabia and World Bank Join Forces to Launch Global Knowledge Hub in Riyadh A bold new partnership between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the World Bank Group is set to redefine global collaboration on economic development. The agreement, signed in Riyadh, paves the way for a pioneering Knowledge...
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