A combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) looks set to revolutionise the way ventilation networks for underground mining operations are designed and monitored. AI offers the capability to discern hidden patterns, adapt to changing conditions and provide forecasts amidst uncertainty when it comes to the…

Although Australia’s gold production is expected to fall for a fourth consecutive year in 2024, it hasn’t discouraged new and established mid-tier players from staying in the game to take advantage of the yellow metal’s record price. According to GlobalData, the anticipated drop in output to 10.3 million ounces, a…

Urgent investment in power generation, storage and transmission is needed to deliver secure, reliable and affordable electricity during Australia’s energy transition to renewables. There are a number of risks associated with Australia’s national power network transformation, which must be kept in check to ensure a smooth transition. According to the…

The conversion of light vehicle fleets on mine sites from diesel fuel to electric power is still in its infancy, but major miners are increasingly considering this a vital part of the green energy transition. For suppliers in the electric vehicles (EVs) arena, the advantages of swapping to this technology…

As most mining projects around the world operate in harsh environments, one of the constant threats facing the sector is the wear and tear of on-site metal equipment and structures. Mine sites suffer from a wide range of abrasion, impact and corrosion issues, with the equipment being affected including –…

While most stackers and reclaimers used by miners across Australia are already fully automated, it is possible new levels of operational efficiencies can be reached through the Industrial Internet of things (IIoT). It has been suggested that the sector should embrace the edge controller (EC), a technology which combines robust…

A junior explorer has showed its ongoing geological faith in Western Australia’s Eastern Goldfields by doubling its land holding in the region. In doing so, it has highlighted that this prospective region remains a destination of choice for the Australian exploration sector. In late April, Greatland Gold announced it had…

One of the main challenges in supplying water to remote mine sites in Australia is establishing adequate and socially acceptable infrastructure – such as pipelines – to carry out this task. Another major consideration is finding adequate pipe-friendly water sources to service individual mining projects in dry regional areas. To…