Mining Blogs

China, the world’s biggest copper smelter, is studying ways to strengthen regulation on the expansion of smelting capacity, a state news outlet said on Thursday, as record low processing fees have curbed profits. Chen Xuesen, vice chairman at the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association, was quoted as telling a meeting on Wednesday that low concentrate […]

China’s net gold imports via Hong Kong in August fell 39.11% from July, Hong Kong Census and Statistics Department data showed on Thursday. WHY IT’S IMPORTANT As the world’s leading gold consumer, China’s purchasing activities can significantly influence global gold markets. The Hong Kong data may not provide a complete picture of Chinese purchases, as […]

Introduction The integrated use of drone and laser scanning technology is transforming blast monitoring in industries like mining and construction, offering unprecedented levels of safety, accuracy, and efficiency. These technologies provide a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the entire blasting process, from initial site assessment to post-blast analysis, ultimately leading to optimized results and a […]

Highlights: Formation has commenced a fully funded 10,000 metre multi-phase drill program at its flagship N2 Gold Project near Matagami, Quebec, host to a global historic resource of ~870,000 ounces comprised of 18 Mt grading 1.5 g/t Au (~809,000 oz Au) across four zones (A, East, RJ-East, and Central)2,3 and 243 Kt grading 7.82 g/t Au […]

Introduction The profitability of mining operations is intricately linked to two key financial obligations: royalty agreements and the government take. These mechanisms, while distinct, work in tandem to determine the ultimate economic viability of a project, influencing everything from initial investment decisions to ongoing operational sustainability. Royalty agreements represent a direct payment to resource owners, […]

The mining industry is no longer solely about moving tonnes of ore—it’s about operational predictability, digital maturity, and sustainable impact. Modern mining organisations need partners who can guide them through the complex interplay of technology, efficiency, and governance. Sanodea Group, under the leadership of Jean Marais, has emerged to meet this challenge, building on decades […]

By Sanodea Group Safety has always been the cornerstone of mining. From open-pit operations to deep underground shafts, the ability to protect workers is what determines operational continuity, investor confidence, and community trust. The mining sector, while powering global economies, remains one of the most hazardous industries on earth. Heavy machinery, explosives, dust, heat, unstable […]

Author:Mr. Jean MaraisGroup Executive Chairman, Sanodea Group | Sanodea AdvisoryRooted in Africa. Connected to the World. Presence: Africa, Europe, Middle East, Asia, North America Abstract Mining operations across Africa represent both a tremendous economic opportunity and a complex operational challenge. Fuel is one of the largest controllable costs, often accounting for up to 50% of […]