13.09.2023

Mining and Resources in Europe: The quest for sustainability and innovation as Germany and Finland head down under for IMARC 2023

Germany, often hailed for its technological prowess and commitment to environmental sustainability, finds itself at a crossroads when it comes to its mining and resources future.  

Historically, mining has played a vital role in Germany’s economy, but the industry now faces a multitude of challenges that demand a balanced approach to ensure economic growth and environmental conservation while reducing the country’s reliance on imported resources.  

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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.) establishes a long-term collaboration around autonomous transports (credits: Boliden)

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.

As a part of the implementation agreement, V.A.S. will deliver an Autonomous Transport Solution that will transport rock fill from an on-site quarry to be used to secure long-term storage capacity at Garpenberg’s tailings facility. The transports cover a distance of up to four kilometers and include five trucks. Volvo Autonomous Solutions will develop and deliver a complete autonomous solution that includes vehicles, hardware, software and training. Based on a transport as a service (TaaS) model, the autonomous transport solution will be built on Volvo’s premium truck range and V.A.S.’s in-house developed virtual driver. V.A.S. will, in addition, provide a wheel loader for the loading operation.

“ It is of course very satisfying that we can be far ahead in technology development and ensure the continued development of our business. Automation is an important part of increasing safety and competitiveness. With this collaboration, we further increase our competence and experience,” says Daniel Eklund, Director Technology, Boliden Mines.

The agreement around autonomous transports in Garpenberg is the first collaboration within a strategic MoU between Boliden and V.A.S. aimed at developing new technology related to electrification underground, remote controlled loading and autonomous underground transports.

Source: Boliden

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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.  

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.