查看更多>>摘要：Historically, commodity price volatility has been a key risk at the top of mining company executives' minds. The wild year experienced by iron ore prices in 2021 is an example of why commodity prices are an ongoing risk and opportunity that companies monitor. But as we near the end of 2021, two additional risks have emerged above all others in Australia -ESG (environmental, social and governance) and skills shortages.
查看更多>>摘要：Rio Tinto has captivated diamond collectors, connoisseurs and jewellers from across the world with record-breaking results from its 2021 Argyie Pink Diamonds Tender and Once in a Blue Moon Tender. The 70 rare pink and red diamonds that comprised Rio Tinto's Argyie Pink Diamonds Tender delivered alarming price performances across the board, with individual diamonds and larger collections drawing fierce interest in a series of virtual and face-to-face viewings.
查看更多>>摘要：The MARBL lithium joint venture plans to restart the Wodgina lithium mine in Western Australia's Pilbara region, with production to resume in the September quarter of 2022. MARBL is a 60/40 joint venture between Albemarle Corporation and Mineral Resources, which formed in November 2019 to develop Wodgina and to operate the Kemerton lithium hydroxide conversion assets.
查看更多>>摘要：The Western Australian resources sector is more concerned about skilled labour shortages than any other sector, according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA (CCIWA). The CCIWA Business Confidence Survey for the September quarter found that nine in 10 resources businesses still identify skills shortages as a barrier to business.
查看更多>>摘要：Caterpillar has detailed the bundle of technologies showcased at MINExpo for those who couldn't attend in September, including next-generation cab designs and a wearable work safety product. The next generation mining truck cab is built bigger to incorporate 30 new features for connectivity and adaptability.
查看更多>>摘要：BHP is on the decarbonisation hunt at Olympic Dam, announcing it will enter renewable energy supply arrangements with Iberdrola to reduce its emissions at the South Australian mine. As part of the agreement, Olympic Dam is aiming for a zero-emissions position for 50 per cent of its electricity consumption by 2025, based on current forecast demand.
查看更多>>摘要：Anglo American's preparations towards a restart at the Grosvenor metallurgical coal mine in Queensland are gathering pace, with first development coal washed in September. The company is undertaking a staged approach at the mine with the aim to recommence longwall operations by the end of 2021, subject to the approval of the Queensland Mines Inspectorate.
查看更多>>摘要：Northern Star Resources has ramped up operations at its KCGM sites, with an increased production rate of 72 million tonnes per annum achieved by the end of the September quarter across key operations. KCGM is part of Northern Star's Kalgoorlie production centre, which also includes the Carosue Dam and Kalgoorlie Operations.
查看更多>>摘要：The Northern Territory Government has established an industry-led Mineral Development Taskforce which will investigate and identify strategies to activate and secure ongoing private investment in mineral projects. The taskforce will be established for an initial 12-month period and is aligned with the Territory Economic Reconstruction final report to investigate and identify opportunities, including value add processes like downstream manufacturing.
查看更多>>摘要：OZ Minerals has launched an initiative exploring ways to manage mining waste, with the goal to create increased value and reduce the industry's overall footprint. As part of its Think & Act Differently incubator, OZ Minerals has partnered with Amira Global, Unearthed and the International Copper Association Australia to launch the Waste to Value Crowd Challenge.
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