Mining Technology

Mining-technology.com is part of a larger network of over 40 unique B2B websites, reaching an exceptional global audience of engaged decision-makers, influencers, and thought leaders. Each year, these sites attract a total readership of 55 million industry professionals. The platform offers the latest news in mining as well as detailed feature articles on recent deals and projects in the industry. It also explores trends in mineral exploration and provides current information on the most commonly extracted metals and minerals.

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Could Africa establish a critical minerals-backed currency?

2 days ago | mining-technology.com | Claire Jenns

Africa holds approximately 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves, making the continent indispensable to green industrialisation and the global energy transition. However, beyond being a major supplier, Africa has yet to establish a strong value chain to reap the benefits of this mineral wealth for itself. Less than 5% of its critical minerals are domestically processed as most value addition occurs abroad, especially in China, which dominates the refining industry.
Deep-sea mining remains a hostile battleground

3 days ago | mining-technology.com | Andrew Tunnicliffe

Ever the disruptor, in April, US President Donald Trump took a naked flame to the already incendiary issue of deep-sea mining. Through an executive order he opened the waters – actually the seabed – of the US to mining. Just to be clear, deep-sea mining is not a new proposition, but it is one steeped in contention. In 2019, Mining Technology reported on mounting international concern surrounding proposals to mine the seabed in the hunt for critical minerals.
How advanced lubricants are addressing complex mining challenges

3 days ago | mining-technology.com | Fi Forrest

Advanced lubricants play a crucial role in modern industrial operations, particularly in helping to address the complex challenges posed by high-temperature and demanding environments such as mining. As the industry evolves, conditions under which mining machinery and equipment operate are becoming increasingly complex, necessitating the development of specialized lubricants designed to withstand these challenges.
Innovation comes to tailings management

5 days ago | mining-technology.com | Heidi Vella

Today, it is impossible to talk of mine tailings – the unfortunate but unavoidable legacy of mining – and not think of the Brumadinho dam disaster in Brazil, which, in 2019, claimed 259 lives. Aidan Davy, co-COO of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) called it a “stark wake-up call”, adding that it “marked the beginning of a vital journey to make these facilities safer for people and the environment”.
Europe is facing harsh truths about its position in the global critical minerals race

1 week ago | mining-technology.com | Claire Jenns

Frustrations were high at a perceived lack of progress in securing Europe’s critical mineral value chains during the EIT RawMaterials Summit, held in Brussels from 13 to 15 May. Over 1,000 representatives from the European mining sector, technology developers and EU policymakers gathered to deliberate the continent’s comparative stagnancy against its global competitors in securing critical raw materials (CRMs).
Is mining ready for cloud-based fleet management systems?

1 week ago | mining-technology.com | Andrew Tunnicliffe

Since the 1990s, fleet management systems (FMS) have enjoyed ceaseless innovation, from infrared beacons to ever more agile, smaller sensors. The advent of automation, cloud computing, data analytics and AI – perhaps some of the biggest developments of modern times – are ushering in an era of improved safety and enhanced operational efficiency with the likes of real-time optimisation and predictive maintenance among their capabilities.
Stockpiling strategic materials key to 'remilitarisation of Europe'

2 weeks ago | mining-technology.com | Claire Jenns

European security and defence were high on the agenda at the EIT RawMaterials Summit, held in Brussels from 13 to 15 May. With escalating geopolitical tensions surrounding Europe and within the continent itself from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, securing critical raw materials (CRMs) for defence applications is more important than ever. However, the consensus is that Europe is lagging far behind.
Zimbabwean lithium miners request export tax delay until 2027

2 weeks ago | mining-technology.com | Tiash Saha

Zimbabwean miners are calling for the postponement of the newly imposed export tax on lithium concentrate until local refining plants are operational, reported Bloomberg. Zimbabwe Lithium Exporters (ZLE), which includes members such as Chengxin Lithium Group, has formally requested a two-and-a-half-year delay in the 5% levy, which is intended to encourage the development of the domestic refining industry. The appeal was made in a document submitted to the country’s mines and finance ministries.
CAML to acquire New World Resources for $118m

2 weeks ago | mining-technology.com | Tiash Saha

Central Asia Metals (CAML), a UK-incorporated base metals producer, has entered into a definitive scheme implementation deed with Australian miner New World Resources (NWR) to acquire the latter for approximately A$185m ($118.7m). The cash consideration of A$0.05 per share represents a significant premium, ranging from 78.6% to 150%, over various benchmarks including NWR’s last closing price and volume-weighted average prices up to 20 May 2025.
Rio Tinto plans to double bauxite production at Amrun mine in Queensland

2 weeks ago | mining-technology.com | Tiash Saha

Rio Tinto will begin preliminary works and final engineering studies to nearly double production from its Amrun bauxite mine in far north Queensland, Australia, by 2029. The project was named Kangwinan at the request of the traditional owners, the Wik Waya people. It will see the construction of a new mine and the expansion of the existing port.