TECHNOLOGY

Technological returns

THERE was a temptation for cashed up mining companies in the early 2000s to “gold plate” engineering projects when the prospects of improved demands for commodities was on the horizon. Times have changed and asset optimisation and returns should now be front of mind for mine companies, according to a report by PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

Lou Caruana
Miners told to concentrate on asset optimisation.

Miners told to concentrate on asset optimisation.

The benefits of asset optimisation tools are significant. Analysis by PwC estimates its can help companies lower maintenance costs by as much as 20% to 40%, increase asset utilisation by up to 20%, reduce...

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