Kiruna, the largest underground iron ore mine in the world, has been in operation since 1900. But recent years have ...Read more
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Serra Norte is a large surface mine owned and operated by Vale located in the Carajás region, Pará state, Brazil. ...Read more
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Beyond just extracting resources, some mines achieve iconic status, becoming renowned globally for their scale, history, or unique contributions. But ...Read more
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A metallurgist, also known as a metallurgical engineer or material science engineer, is a professional responsible for extracting, processing, moulding ...Read more
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The Driller is the person on a rig who is in charge of the well drilling process, they supervise the ...Read more
Rare earths are critical in electric vehicles, renewable energy, military applications and high-tech industries. Demand for rare earth metals such ...Read more
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Since the beginning of industrialization in the 19th century, coal has had a significant impact on the world’s energy supply. ...Read more
Below are presented some of the world’s largest mining companies : Broken Hill Proprietary (BHP) Group : formerly known as BHP ...Read more
Lithium is a critical component in many industries, including pharmaceuticals, optics, ceramics, and glass. But it’s best known for its ...Read more
The world runs on steel, and steel starts with iron ore! Ever wondered which nations are the powerhouses extracting this ...Read more
To help with identification, geologists must look closely at the physical properties of a mineral. These properties can include: color, ...Read more
In everyday conversation, ‘rocks’ and ‘minerals’ are often used interchangeably. But for geologists, there’s a crucial distinction! So, let’s answer ...Read more
The demand for fast and flexible aggregate production has pushed many contractors and quarry operators in Latin America and beyond ...Read more
Overview A large gold mine in South America lost excessive time on fueling activities for their fleet. The operation ...Read more
Scaling is the act of knocking loose rock off the walls and backs (the roof of an underground mine is ...Read more
