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Attendees at the Tethys - EIT roundtable and signing. Photo: Tethys

If minerals are so 'critical', why don't governments foot the bill?

IRMA, EBRD and industry leaders go head to head at Tethys roundtable

02 October 2024

Hackers took down payroll systems at Sibyane's Montana operation. Photo: Piotr Swat

Sibanye attack highlights threats for all miners

As cloud systems and automated solutions become mainstream, miners must be aware of cyber risks

12 July 2024

There are over 146 advanced REE mining projects worldwide, involving more than 303.4Mt of rare earth oxides and newly developed supply chains. Photo: Liu et al (2023)

The Western world's rare earth frenzy

As newly discovered deposits make headlines, are winds actually changing for REEs?

01 July 2024

10% of the world's energy is converted by large motors. Photo: ABB

ABB reveals first 'gas pedal' solution for industrial motors

The new tech can cut energy by 40%

18 June 2024

61 year old miner, Julian Barnsdale, suffers from dust lung disease.

A miner's triumph over black lung

Queensland miner tells his story as research gets $500,000 funding boost

14 June 2024

Ex-Rio Tinto chief Alabanese's strategy to invest in large, long-life operations fell flat. Photo: Desautels McGill / Flickr

The hidden cost of mining mergers

Recent M&A news has triggered financial intrigue, but operational costs remain to be seen

07 June 2024

"I trust the signature of this partnership will send a strong message across the entire raw materials ecosystem": Thierry Breton. Photo: EU/Jennifer Jacquemart

EU and Australia sign critical minerals MoU

Australia's domestic mining sector may benefit from EU push to diversify

29 May 2024

‘Agnostic’ engines and renewable fuels may soon replace mining’s love for diesel. Photo: Cummins

The alt-fuel revolution: can mining really ditch diesel?

Alternative fuels and agnostic engines are increasingly credible contributors

21 May 2024

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