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South African mining engineers race to close the innovation gap The 2024 Global Innovation Index reveals a serious concern: as global mining competitors forge ahead with innovation, South Africa continues to lag at just 69th of 133 countries – well behind mining powerhouses such as Brazil (50th) and Australia (23rd). Read More : https://lnkd.in/drBd75HZ TDS Projects Group (Pty) Ltd. #mining #engineers #global #powerhouses #EngineeringAndMiningAfrica #ENG #EMA

Thanks to Richard Roberts with Beacon Events for covering Hexagon's partnership with Ma'aden to create the first digital mine in the Middle East. At last month's IMARC 2024, Hexagon's Dave Goddard, Executive Vice President, Mining, sat down with Ma'aden's Duncan Bradford, Senior Vice President, Gold and Base Metals Business Unit, to discuss how Hexagon and Ma'aden are shaping the future of mining in Saudi Arabia. "We were able to sit down before any earth was actually moved and line out what all of the applications were that we had that would improve the productivity and make the economic business case for this property," said Goddard. "It was very transparent, and I think that's what is really unique about the partnership that we have. We can be very clear about where the value proposition is for the products that we offer, how to reduce the dilution, how to optimise the value of the asset in the ground, and then how to manage the extraction activities that happen on a day-to-day basis in a manner that ensures that there’s no value leakage from the process." he continued. 📰 Learn more in the article below. ⬇ #DigitalMine #FutureofMining #MiningIndustry #MiningNews

🌍 Seismic Changes in Mining: A New Path for Trust and Value 🌍 The mining industry is experiencing profound, potentially beneficial shifts with three major developments that could reshape trust, standards, and investment flows: 1. Societal Trust Reversal: Decades of declining public trust in mining are showing signs of reversing, as highlighted by the recent CSIRO report. A more trusted industry opens the door to positive investor sentiment, which could lead to better valuations and broaden the pool of available capital. (https://lnkd.in/e4WVG3xG) 2. Launch of the Converged Mining Standard: The newly launched consultation on a converged mining standard has the potential to unify industry standards, reduce confusion, and reinforce trust. If widely adopted, this standard could significantly enhance visibility and transparency into the sector, benefitting both industry participants and stakeholders (https://lnkd.in/efMCp3Ea) 3. Mining2030 Landscape Report: The latest report from Mining2030 outlines six priority areas for industry change. This includes alignment of investor expectations, which could bring in new generalist investors supportive of a more sustainable mining landscape. The scale of potential investment through initiatives like Mining2030 is a promising step for the sector (https://lnkd.in/exTfhTZu.) However, much of this attention is again centered on producing assets, overlooking the very companies companies responsible for discovering and developing the mines of tomorrow. Ensuring that development projects have guidance and incentives to align with these standards will be essential for sustainable development, industry growth, healthy M&A and for meeting future societal and financial expectations. Digbee, we welcome these changes and remain committed to supporting the entire mining lifecycle, from exploration to production, for a responsible and resilient future. #MiningIndustry #Trust #Sustainability #ESG #InvestorConfidence #Digbee

Check out the recent North of 60 Mining Review article about why Hecla is well-positioned to be a reliable North American supplier of silver, a precious metal that is critical to the #clean energy transition. "Hecla knows #silver because we've successfully mined it for more than 130 years. We know how to find silver deposits and how to mine them, safely and responsibly," said Hecla Chairperson Catherine Boggs. Also featured in the article was President and CEO Rob Krcmarov, Vice President of Operations Carlos Aguiar, and Vice President of Exploration Kurt Allen detailing: How Hecla's three primary silver mines--Greens Creek in Alaska, Lucky Friday in Idaho, and Keno Hill in the Yukon are helping meet global silver demand; Efforts to build upon critical silver reserves; and A shifting mindset toward mining as people realize silver’s role in the energy transition and to our future. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3Wq5Qhn

The 2024 winners for the Australian Mining Prospect Awards have been revealed, highlighting some of the best and brightest the resources sector has to offer. #AustralianMining #ProspectAwards #mining #resources #safety #innovation #technology #community #environment #sustainability #exploration #operations

 Assessing DRDGOLD Limited 's Alignment with Responsible Gold Mining Principles Gold mining company DRDGOLD is making significant strides in aligning with the World Gold Council’s (WGC) Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs). Starting in May, DRDGOLD initiated a comprehensive self-assessment process to measure conformance levels across all its operations, following its membership with the WGC last year. The company plans to publish progress on its alignment efforts in the first quarter of next year, with an external assurance report scheduled for 2026. In this rigorous journey, DRDGOLD is committed to developing and implementing policies, systems, processes, and controls that adhere to the RGMPs. The company aims to enhance transparency by disclosing information that helps stakeholders understand its conformance pursuits and securing independent assurance to build stakeholder confidence and credibility. How Soil Solutions Can Help DRDGOLD Achieve Its ESG Goals At Soil Solutions, we can support DRDGOLD in its efforts to align with the RGMPs. Our sustainable mining solutions can play a crucial role in enhancing their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Here’s how we can contribute: Road Improvement and Dust Mitigation: Our EBS Soil Stabilizer can be used for mine haul road improvement, significantly reducing dust generation and enhancing road durability. This can contribute to better air quality and safer working conditions, aligning with the RGMPs' environmental principles. Reduced Environmental Impact: By implementing our dust control and soil stabilization technologies, DRDGOLD can minimize water usage and soil erosion, thus reducing the overall environmental footprint of their operations. Improved Air Quality: Effective dust suppression directly impacts air quality, benefiting both workers and nearby communities. This can support DRDGOLD’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable development. Operational Efficiency: Our solutions can not only contribute to a safer and healthier environment but also improve operational efficiency by reducing maintenance costs and extending the lifespan of infrastructure. The alignment with RGMPs reflects DRDGOLD’s dedication to responsible gold mining practices, addressing the expectations of consumers, investors, and the downstream gold supply chain. As they work towards these goals, Soil Solutions can be a committed partner, providing innovative solutions that foster sustainable and responsible mining practices. Intelligent Mining Solutions https://lnkd.in/dR32Z2qU #ResponsibleMining #Sustainability #GoldMining #ESG #SoilSolutions #DRDGOLD #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableDevelopment #sdg #positiveimpact #healthyenvironment #saferworkingconditions #roadimprovement #roadconstruction #waterconservation #socialresponsibility #operationalefficiency #costeffective

In today's challenging mining landscape, ensuring project success means going beyond just technical execution. How can mining companies secure funding, deliver on time, and create sustainable operations while fostering strong stakeholder relationships? Jaco Lotheringen, MD of Ukwazi, sheds light on why returning to industry fundamentals is key to achieving project outcomes. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Zl4BSH #WeDoMining #MiningIndustry #MiningCompliance

Reducing carbon emissions in mining is crucial, and it starts with optimizing haulage routes! Join our masterclass where industry experts explore how mine planning can evolve to embrace emerging technologies like trolley-assist and battery electric fleets. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5W_kTpJ #MicromineAlastri #Micromine #CIMConnect2024

“This pressure to do more with less has pushed the mining industry to adopt digital transformation and turn to automation", Glenn Kerkhoff, Global Industry Principal for Mining, Metals and Minerals at AVEVA. The #digitalization of the mining industry is accelerating due to competitive pressures and rising production costs. Glenn Kerkhoff discusses with Andrew Tunnicliffe from NRI DIGITAL how AVEVA is playing a pivotal role for integrated operations across the #mining value chain, providing solutions which will address inefficiencies and enhance safety across the #industry. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4eDXwBS

Yet another Faraday Copper Corp. “sponsored feature” (ad) from our pay to play Aussie friends at Mining.com.au. Faraday says they are doing a community town hall. But all we are getting is a Redhawk Exploration open house. 🤣 At San Manuel only. Nothing at Mammoth community center even though it is 6 kilometers closer to and downstream from the proposed mine. https://lnkd.in/g-e2CS2d #faradaycopper #coppercreek #arizona #azmining #copper #coppermining #responsiblemining #mining #prospecting #mineralexploration #mineralestimate #minerals #metals #criticalmetals #greenenergy #electricvehicles #miningsector #miningnews #investing #captialmarkets #tsx #otcqx #redhawkexploration