Can mining cities adapt to a green way of thinking?
As environmental concerns come to the fore, how are traditional mining cities coping with a new green sheriff in town? Mitch Beedie reports on how towns and cities that have...
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![Cash in the Arctic: Greenland’s new-found gems]()
Cash in the Arctic: Greenland’s new-found gems
Newly discovered minerals in Greenland could finally give the country political and economic independence from Denmark. Angel Mining, the first company to set up business in the icy region, tells...
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![Safeguards against silicosis in mining]()
Safeguards against silicosis in mining
Silicosis has blighted the mining industry for a hundred years; it has no cure but there are options for prevention. Chris Lo finds out how this dangerous lung disease has...
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![The BRICS scramble for Africa – resources plunder or economic blessing?]()
The BRICS scramble for Africa – resources plunder or economic blessing?
As the BRICS countries intensify their quest for minerals, the spotlight is trained on Africa's bountiful resources. With this in mind, Rowan Watt-Pringle takes a closer look at BRIC mining...
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![Mining’s lost generation]()
Mining’s lost generation
A generation gap of skilled workers is forcing the mining industry to find new ways to lure talent. Elisabeth Fischer finds out how the sector is engaging with its future...
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![Small steps: safety and efficiency in mining explosives]()
Small steps: safety and efficiency in mining explosives
Blasting isn't a field that sees rapid changes in technology or technique, but there's still room for innovation. Chris Lo questions the experts about safety and performance improvements in the...
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![Draining the depths]()
Draining the depths
Flooding in mines is both a threat to miners working underground and a hindrance to their operations. Rowan Watt-Pringle catches up with new mine draining technologies and finds out whether...
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![Snapshot: Ukrainian mining opportunities and entry strategies]()
Snapshot: Ukrainian mining opportunities and entry strategies
Despite a sharp drop following the end of the Soviet Union, the market for mining in the Ukraine looks strong. Using detailed ICD Research, mining-technology.com reports on how robust economic...
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![Mine Consultants – Key to Successful Project Management?]()
Mine Consultants – Key to Successful Project Management?
Global mine operators are increasingly seeking the assistance of consultants to manage large-scale projects. Elisabeth Fischer speaks to international mining consultancy DMT to find out how professional experts can help...
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![One-Stop Shop: Integrated Mining Software]()
One-Stop Shop: Integrated Mining Software
Integrated software systems are the mining industry's flexible, scalable preference when it comes to mine management. Chris Lo looks into some of the industry's leading modular software suites, including new...
