Improving drilling performance has always been a priority on mineral exploration sites so manufacturers have been focusing on ways to do so while still maintaining the safety of drillers. In 2016, Epiroc says it achieved that goal with the launch of the DiscovOre and Arrow 3S core barrel system, anContinue Reading
The Democratic Republic of Congo has yet to establish a clear and comprehensive framework for identifying strategic and critical minerals, despite their growing importance to the global energy transition, according to NGO Resource Matters. In its December 2025 report on local development of energy-transition minerals, Resource Matters notes that theContinue Reading
Ethiopia has moved closer to becoming a meaningful gold producer after securing about $340 million in financing to develop the long-delayed Tulu Kapi project, the country’s largest modern gold mine. The funding package paves the way for construction to begin and includes roughly $240 million in long-term debt from AfricanContinue Reading
BIA Group announces the acquisition of BPM Construction, a well-established player in France specialized in the distribution of equipment for construction and extractive industries. This strategic move strengthens BIA’s presence in Europe and opens new opportunities for BPM Construction’s clients by combining the reach of an international group with theContinue Reading
Zambia has become the first African country to formally accept China’s yuan for the payment of mining taxes and royalties, underscoring Beijing’s growing financial influence in one of Africa’s most strategic resource economies. The Bank of Zambia confirmed that yuan-denominated payments began in October, marking a change in how Africa’sContinue Reading
Perkins has welcomed Richard Hemmings as its new Vice President & General Manager for Global Sales, Marketing, Service and Parts (SMSP), effective January 1, 2026. In this role, Richard will lead the commercial business, responsible for global sales and marketing of Perkins branded products, as well as parts for theContinue Reading
