13.09.2023

Boliden and Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) establishes a long-term collaboration around autonomous transports

Boliden and Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) have entered into a long-term strategic collaboration regarding the implementation of autonomous transport solutions at Boliden’s mines. The first project is located at the Garpenberg mine and will be initiated already during 2023.  

12.09.2023

GeoCue and Microdrones partner with Vectors Inc. as authorized distributor for drone surveying equipment

GeoCue and Microdrones, leaders in drone LiDAR equipment and software, announces a new partnership with Vectors Inc., a prominent authorized Trimble dealership and geospatial supplier serving the Western United States. This exciting collaboration brings together industry leaders committed to delivering unparalleled technology and support to their clients while pushing the boundaries of geospatial innovation.  

11.09.2023

Revolutionizing lithium production on a string

A vital component of the batteries at the heart of electric vehicles and grid energy storage, lithium is key to a clean energy future. But producing the silvery-white metal comes with significant environmental costs. Among them is the vast amount of land and time needed to extract lithium from briny water, with large operations running into the dozens of square miles and often requiring over a year to begin production.  

Market-Place-4.0 Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited

06.09.2023

Harmony - Loss-of-life incident at Kusasalethu mine

Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited regrets to announce that two employees tragically lost their lives at its Kusasalethu mine, following a fall of ground incident caused by a seismic event on Tuesday,  5 September 2023, in Carletonville, near Gauteng.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleagues. Harmony continues its focus on embedding its risk management practice to create a more engaged and proactive safety culture. The inclusion and involvement of all Harmony stakeholders in all aspects of safety demonstrate a unified commitment to prevent accidents through our ongoing humanistic transformation safety journey.” said Peter Steenkamp, chief executive officer of Harmony.
Our prayers are with the deceased's families, friends and colleagues during this time of tragedy. The family members, colleagues and the relevant authorities have been informed.

The work area has since been temporarily closed pending an internal investigation.

A safety shift has been declared in remembrance of our departed colleagues for the 6th of September 2023, to reinforce safety messages and procedures.
The safety of our employees remain our priority, and we endeavour to ensure that all safety protocols are adhered to at all times.

Source: Harmony

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06.09.2023

Liebherr-Australia delivered an R 9300 mining excavator to MACA at Karlawinda Gold Project

The first Liebherr R 9300 mining excavator to hit Australian soil was commissioned in late August at the Karlawinda Gold Project, located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. MACA – a global contractor that works within the mining, construction, and process engineering sectors – is excited to welcome this machine to its growing Liebherr excavator fleet.