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FLSmidth secures $54m order for copper mine project in Chile

2026-10-09

FLSmidth has secured a substantial $54 million order for a major copper mine expansion in northern Chile, reinforcing its position as a leading supplier of high-capacity mining equipment. The contract, booked in the third quarter of 2026, includes the delivery of the world's largest gyratory crusher, multiple large-scale mills, and advanced comminution technologies, with installation and commissioning slated for late 2029 and early 2030. This strategic investment highlights the mining industry's commitment to enhancing productivity and energy efficiency to meet growing global demand for copper.

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U.S. Department of Energy Awards $96 Million to 67 Early Career Scientists

2026-10-09

The U.S. Department of Energy announced on October 8, 2026, the allocation of $96 million through its 2026 Early Career Research Program to 67 early career scientists. This significant investment targets critical fields such as Super Intelligence, fusion energy, and quantum science, aiming to solidify America's scientific and technological leadership. While not directly focused on extraction, these foundational technologies hold profound implications for the efficiency, sustainability, and resource demands of the global mining industry.

CleanTech Lithium signs agreements for Antofalla properties in Argentina

2026-10-09

CleanTech Lithium has strategically expanded its footprint in Argentina's prolific Salar de Antofalla, securing option agreements for the Genoveva and Sal de Litio 1 properties in Catamarca Province. This move, adjacent to an Albemarle exploration project, reinforces the company's district-scale ambitions and positions it for future resource growth, with a drill program and maiden resource estimate planned for 2027. The acquisition underscores Argentina's growing importance in the global lithium supply chain amidst robust demand from electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors.

Hertha Metals begins construction on US iron plant

2026-10-09

Hertha Metals has commenced construction on its Hertha Chalyx plant in Conroe, Texas, marking a significant step towards re-establishing domestic high-purity iron production for the critical US rare earth magnet manufacturing sector. This facility, projected to produce 10,000 tonnes per annum of magnet-grade and steel-grade high-purity iron by early 2028, aims to mitigate a pronounced reliance on foreign supply, primarily from China, for essential industrial and defense applications. The project leverages Hertha’s innovative single-step iron production process, which promises lower costs and reduced emissions, utilizing domestically sourced iron ore and natural gas.

Kenorland, Auranova launch phase four drilling at South Uchi Project

2026-10-08

Kenorland Minerals and Auranova Resources have initiated a significant 5,000-meter Phase Four diamond drilling program at their South Uchi Project within Ontario’s prolific Red Lake District. This autumn 2026 campaign targets the North Papa trend in the Papaonga area, building upon earlier broad gold intercepts and exploring new anomalies identified by a recent induced polarisation survey. The project, operated by Kenorland, highlights a strategic partnership where Auranova holds a 51% interest, underscoring continued investment in a highly prospective Canadian gold region.

New technologies target energy use in Australian ore processing

2026-10-08

The Australian mining industry is actively pursuing advanced technologies to significantly reduce its energy and water consumption during ore processing. Innovations such as alternative crushing methods, coarse-particle flotation, and various dry separation techniques are at the forefront of this transformation. These efforts aim to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate environmental impact, and secure the long-term sustainability of mining operations amidst increasing resource scarcity and regulatory pressures.

Energy Department Announces $4.2 Billion Investment to Boost Nuclear Power and Help Lower Energy Costs in Pennsylvania and Ohio

2026-10-07

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a significant conditional loan commitment of up to $4.2 billion to Vistra for nuclear uprates and modernization across its facilities in Pennsylvania and Ohio. This investment, aimed at bolstering grid reliability, lowering energy costs, and meeting rising demand within the 13-state PJM Interconnection region, will preserve nearly 4 gigawatts of baseload power and add 433 megawatts of new nuclear capacity, supporting thousands of jobs and extending reactor lifespans for two decades. The move underscores a national strategy to reinvigorate American nuclear leadership and carries substantial implications for the mining sector, particularly for uranium demand and the supply chains of critical minerals.

District Metals begins diamond drilling at Sweden’s Viken Property

2026-10-07

District Metals has initiated diamond drilling at its Viken Property in central Sweden, focusing on two largely untested target areas, A and B, which exhibit strong conductive anomalies identified by a 2025 MobileMT survey. This drilling campaign, part of the company's 2026 exploration program, aims to further define what is considered the world's largest undeveloped uranium resource, alongside significant quantities of critical base and energy metals. The effort underscores Sweden's growing role in securing vital raw materials for the global energy transition.

Belmont launches gravity survey at Crackingstone uranium site

2026-10-07

Belmont Resources has initiated a high-resolution ground gravity survey at its wholly owned Crackingstone Uranium Project near Uranium City, Saskatchewan, Canada. This intensive survey, involving 2,500 stations spaced 50 meters apart, aims to detect subsurface density variations indicative of potential uranium mineralization. The collected data will be integrated with multiple existing geological and geophysical datasets to refine and prioritize drill targets for a planned 2,000-meter diamond drilling campaign, signaling a significant advancement in the project's exploration lifecycle.

Energy Department Announces Alaska Railbelt Transmission Project to Receive Defense Production Act Funding, Securing Alaska Military Installations and Local Communities

2026-10-06

The U.S. Department of Energy announced on October 5, 2026, its intent to deploy Defense Production Act (DPA) funding for the Alaska Energy Authority’s Beluga-Healy Transmission Project, a critical $418 million infrastructure initiative. This project, which will construct 223 miles of new high-voltage transmission line, aims to establish a second essential power connection between Southcentral and Interior Alaska, significantly bolstering grid reliability, reducing electricity costs, and supporting national defense assets, alongside vital mining and resource development activities across the state.

Protecting mining’s hydraulic backbone to keep operations moving

2026-10-06

Hydraulic cylinders are the indispensable backbone of virtually all mining machinery, driving operations both underground and on the surface. A recent industry focus, highlighted around October 6, 2026, underscores the critical importance of protecting these vital components from environmental contamination to prevent costly unplanned downtime, production disruptions, and potential safety risks. Implementing innovative protection solutions is key to extending equipment lifespan, maintaining performance, and bolstering overall operational efficiency in the challenging mining environment.