Tharisa Minerals has officially commenced the next phase of its mining journey with the inaugural blast at its underground project on Tuesday, 31 March 2026, marking the start of a significant transition from open pit to underground mining at its world-class chrome and platinum group metals (PGM) operation in SouthContinue Reading
Exhibiting this year at Hillhead – the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling equipment exhibition – Pilot Crushtec will showcase its latest generation TwisterTrac VS350E Stage V mobile crusher while accelerating its drive to build a stronger European distribution footprint. Taking place from 23 to 25 June 2026, Hillhead isContinue Reading
Epiroc is launching a new generation of charging solutions tailored to the specific challenges of underground mining and heavy‑duty electrification. The new chargers deliver a breakthrough combination of ruggedized reliability, OEM agnostic standardization, and dynamic power distribution, to ensure safe and efficient charging where operations demand it. This is part of Epiroc’s ambition to support customers throughoutContinue Reading
Kholo Capital Mezzanine Debt Fund I (“Kholo Capital”) and Tensai Private Equity (“Tensai”) today announced the provision of R275 million in mezzanine debt funding to support the management buy-out (“MBO”) of Isambane Mining (“Isambane”), a leading mid-tier mining contractor in South Africa. Isambane delivers comprehensive opencast mining services, including drilling, blasting,Continue Reading
Metso introduces the Outotec® Robotic Split Strip, an advanced solution for separating the cathode sheets from the cathode plate in copper electrorefining operations. Applicable for both new and existing plants, this compact system with intelligent flexible design combines hydraulic control and robotics to optimize the cathode stripping process for maximum precision, minimal waste, and long-term sustainability. Clear customer benefits: compact, flexible, and efficient “Traditional split strip machinesContinue Reading
The majority of organisations implementing oil analysis face the challenge of maximising operational cost savings against the pressure to achieve full production and enhancing shareholder value. Oil analysis provides a means to achieve the end goal – a positive payback and overall cost savings. However, this is not a givenContinue Reading
Somalia says it is ready to begin its first offshore oil drilling operations, with a Turkish government-owned drilling ship expected to arrive off its coast on Friday. The move follows the successful completion of seismic surveys last year by a Turkish research vessel. In a post on X, Somalia’s PetroleumContinue Reading
EPCA has entered into an agreement to electrify a Caterpillar 988 wheel loader, marking what it says is a major milestone in the deployment of zero-emissions heavy mining equipment in Australia. The company will design, engineer, and deliver a full-electric powertrain conversion for the E-988, drawing on its experience inContinue Reading
Metso introduces the Outotec® Robotic Split Strip, an advanced solution for separating the cathode sheets from the cathode plate in copper electrorefining operations. Applicable for both new and existing plants, this compact system with intelligent flexible design combines hydraulic control and robotics to optimize the cathode stripping process for maximum precision, minimal waste, and long-term sustainability. Clear customer benefits: compact, flexible, and efficient “Traditional split strip machinesContinue Reading
Southern Africa’s industrial and mining growth is powering a sharp rise in demand for dependable portable energy. With sustainability and compliance at the forefront, businesses are seeking solutions that balance efficiency with environmental responsibility. Standing at the innovation forefront is Atlas Copco Power Technique, offering advanced generator technology and adaptable,Continue Reading
