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Sandvik introduces new top hammer drill rig for mining applications
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Canstar signs LoI to acquire three exploration licences in Sweden
Powder Metallurgy (PM), a manufacturing process known for producing complex metal parts with minimal material loss, is emerging as a key technology enabling this transition across automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery sectors. Fine iron powder. Photo: Anonimski/Wikimedia Commons
Global powder metallurgy market to reach USD 7.68 billion by 2032
Stéphane Séjourné, executive vice-president of the European Commission, presented the Industrial Acceleration Act in Brussels. Photo: European Commission
EU pushes low-carbon steel mandate – industry raises concerns
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Palladium Global Science Award 2026 opens submissions for new palladium applications
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Sandvik introduces new top hammer drill rig for mining applications

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Copyright © Conventus– AI-generated content. None of the material may be reproduced or used in other contexts without written permission.

Canstar signs LoI to acquire three exploration licences in Sweden

Powder Metallurgy (PM), a manufacturing process known for producing complex metal parts with minimal material loss, is emerging as a key technology enabling this transition across automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery sectors. Fine iron powder. Photo: Anonimski/Wikimedia Commons

Global powder metallurgy market to reach USD 7.68 billion by 2032

Stéphane Séjourné, executive vice-president of the European Commission, presented the Industrial Acceleration Act in Brussels. Photo: European Commission

EU pushes low-carbon steel mandate – industry raises concerns

Image: China Precious Metals Industry Committee (CPMIC)/PRNewswire

Palladium Global Science Award 2026 opens submissions for new palladium applications

Rare earth processing facility using chemical separation tanks and industrial refining systems. Photo: Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC). Rare earth processing facility using chemical separation tanks and industrial refining systems. Photo: Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC).

Canada launches AI plant to challenge China’s rare earth grip

China currently dominates one of the most critical bottlenecks in the modern industrial economy –...

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EFESO launches mining, metals and minerals practice

EFESO Management Consultants, the leading global pure player in operations strategy and performance improvement, today...

Zulti South is important to RBM for maintaining a stable supply of zircon. Photo: Ivtorov/Wikimedia Commons Zulti South is important to RBM for maintaining a stable supply of zircon. Photo: Ivtorov/Wikimedia Commons

Rio Tinto approves Zulti South investment of $473 million

Rio Tinto has approved Richards Bay Minerals’ Zulti South project, lifting the suspension which has...

If successful, Japan’s deep-sea mining initiative would mark a significant shift in global rare earth geopolitics. Whether it can be scaled fast enough to meaningfully challenge China’s dominance remains uncertain — but the strategic urgency is no longer in question. Foto: Minamitorishima program If successful, Japan’s deep-sea mining initiative would mark a significant shift in global rare earth geopolitics. Whether it can be scaled fast enough to meaningfully challenge China’s dominance remains uncertain — but the strategic urgency is no longer in question. Foto: Minamitorishima program

Japan Turns to Deep Sea as China Cuts Rare Earths

China has escalated its trade dispute with Japan by freezing exports of so-called dual-use materials...

The Elijärvi mine in Kemi is the EU’s only chromium mine. Today, mining takes place underground at depths of about 1,000 metres. Photo: Wikimedia. Credit: Outokumpu. The Elijärvi mine in Kemi is the EU’s only chromium mine. Today, mining takes place underground at depths of about 1,000 metres. Photo: Wikimedia. Credit: Outokumpu.

Secret Lapland Project Could Boost EU Chrome Value

Finnish stainless steel producer Outokumpu is developing a new technology that could significantly increase the...

Furnace at Thyssenkrupp’s plant in Duisburg, where conventional and future low-emission steel routes are under discussion. Photo: Thyssenkrupp. Furnace at Thyssenkrupp’s plant in Duisburg, where conventional and future low-emission steel routes are under discussion. Photo: Thyssenkrupp.

EU green steel plan faces industry backlash

The European Commission risks directing public money to steel production outside the European Union unless...

Chuquicamata in Chile is one of the world’s largest open-pit copper mines. Photo: Wikipedia Commons. Credit: Reinhard Jahn Chuquicamata in Chile is one of the world’s largest open-pit copper mines. Photo: Wikipedia Commons. Credit: Reinhard Jahn

Copper price pullback after record as stocks surge

Copper prices recently climbed above 13 000 dollars per ton before retreating to around 12...

Advanced Navigation's Chimera Land, a 3D laser velocity sensor. Photo: Advanced Navigation Advanced Navigation's Chimera Land, a 3D laser velocity sensor. Photo: Advanced Navigation

Chimera Land – a breakthrough in uncharted underground mining

At SME MINEXCHANGE Conference, Advanced Navigation has unveiled Chimera Land - a 3D Laser Velocity...

The tunnel leading to the underground hydrogen storage facility in Luleå. Photo: Hybrit. The tunnel leading to the underground hydrogen storage facility in Luleå. Photo: Hybrit.

Hybrit cleared to expand hydrogen storage

The Hybrit steel consortium has been granted an extended temporary permit for its pilot hydrogen...

Visitors to PDAC 2026 will find Epiroc’s displays and team at booth #723 to see a selection of core bits and underground tooling, and booth #322 to learn about geoscience products. Photo: Epiroc Visitors to PDAC 2026 will find Epiroc’s displays and team at booth #723 to see a selection of core bits and underground tooling, and booth #322 to learn about geoscience products. Photo: Epiroc

Epiroc launches safety products at PDAC 2026

At the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), held from March 1st to March...

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Supply-side risks to critical minerals endanger surge in new technologies

The global transition to clean energy is gaining momentum, heavily relying on renewable technologies such...

Gold's soaring value is a stark barometer of global unease. Gold's soaring value is a stark barometer of global unease.

Gold hits $3,170 as central banks and investors drive 40 per cent surge

The economic uncertainty caused by Trump's tariff assault has been a major driver of gold's...

Overall, while steel decarbonization shows promising developments, the industry continues to face substantial challenges and will remain dependent on coal-based blast furnace infrastructure for many years to come, according to the report. Overall, while steel decarbonization shows promising developments, the industry continues to face substantial challenges and will remain dependent on coal-based blast furnace infrastructure for many years to come, according to the report.

Key drivers and technologies shaping the green steel market

Author: Chingis Idrissov, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Steel is vital to modern society, with...

Studio Geo simplifies complex processes, enhances collaboration, and ensures accurate and efficient geological modelling across projects of any scale, according to Datamine. Image courtesy: Datamine Studio Geo simplifies complex processes, enhances collaboration, and ensures accurate and efficient geological modelling across projects of any scale, according to Datamine. Image courtesy: Datamine

Datamine launches Studio Geo

Datamine, a trusted leader in mining software solutions, announces the launch of Studio Geo, its...

With long shifts, fatigue can become a hazard in underground mining. AI generated image. With long shifts, fatigue can become a hazard in underground mining. AI generated image.

Hexagon, MMG fulfilling mine safety commitment underground

Hexagon, the global leader in precision technologies, is sharing the story of a successful partnership...

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Metso completes acquisition of Swiss Tower Mills Minerals

Metso has received the relevant regulatory approvals and completed the acquisition of its long-time partner...

Normet's new spraying equipment offering. Photo: Normet Normet's new spraying equipment offering. Photo: Normet

Normet expands its spraying equipment offering

Normet expands its spraying equipment offering Normet, a global leader in concrete spraying solutions for...

Photo: Metso Photo: Metso

Metso unveils Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer for rapid assessment of minerals processing flowsheets

Rising demand for strategic minerals and metals, depleting ore deposits and stricter environmental regulations call...

Natural rutile. Photo: Rob Lavinsky/irocks.com/Wikimedia Commons Natural rutile. Photo: Rob Lavinsky/irocks.com/Wikimedia Commons

Sovereign Metals raises A$40 million for Kasiya graphite project in Malawi

Australian Sovereign Metals Limited announces that it has received firm commitments for a placement of...

The future plant is scheduled to start commercial production in 2029. The future plant is scheduled to start commercial production in 2029.

GravitHy announces a €60 million fundraising round

GravitHy, a future low-carbon iron producer, announces a €60 million funding round – which includes...

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Ovako inaugurates new energy-efficient furnace in Boxholm, Sweden

Swedish Minister for Climate and the Environment Romina Pourmokhtari inaugurated Ovako’s new energy-efficient furnace in...

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Global demand for metals soars, but mining investments aren't following suit

By Simon Matthis The world is changing—and so are the metal and mining industries. Geopolitics...

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Epiroc, a leading productivity and sustainability partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has agreed...
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