In 2010, Terence Foreback, the New Mexico state mine inspector, is quoted to have said that “while there are many inherent risks involved in mining, it is the control of those risks that determines safety”. However, when mining accidents occur, survivors live to tell their unforgettable stories… 1. Copiapó mining accident In 2010, 33 miners … Read more
In our pursuit to keep you informed about all there is to know in the mining field, we present you with a list of some of the most informative blogs on mining. 1. Mining Facts Org The impact of mining on Canadian communities and on the economy is the main focus of this blog, as … Read more
The gold mining industry in Tanzania is looking to make a revolution with the help of the initiative Fairtrade International. The idea was recently announced and is going to impact 12 mines in Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya, creating the first batch of African ethical gold within a year. The goal is to put an end … Read more
Russia’s size and geographic conditions lead to the existence of many amazing mineral deposits that make the nation a hub for mining activities. Some of the world’s most incredible mines are located in this wonderful country. 1. Yakutia Mir Mine The world’s biggest diamond mine is located in Eastern Siberia, Russia. The Mir mine is 1,722 ft deep, being the … Read more
Looking to improve the safety levels at its mining sites, BHP is installing the innovative Driver State System with breakthrough eye-tracking technology, developed by the company Seeing Machines, in 110 trucks. The big mining firm decided to invest $1.5 millions in the technology after a positive trial that involved 17 trucks at Mining Area C and Eastern Ridge, … Read more
Copper mines that scientists thought belonged to the Egyptians in the 13th century were actually originated three centuries later, during the reign of the legendary King Solomon. The finding was disclosed by Dr. Erez Ben-Yosef, from the Tel Aviv University’s Jacob M. Alkow Department of Archaeology and Near Eastern Cultures, who is coordinating an archaeological excavation at the … Read more
The Indian ministry of mines wants the government to lift the ban on iron ore mining in the country’s key states, including Goa and Karnataka. The exportation of this valuable substance, mainly used to produce steel, has dropped more than 70 percent over the past years, recently revealed the Business Standard. The Supreme Court will … Read more
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (Unido) teamed up with the Philippine government to fight for the elimination of mercury use in artisanal and small-scale mining in the country. The project is entitled “Improve the Health and Environment of Artisanal and Small-scale Gold Mining [ASGM] Communities in the Philippines by Reducing Mercury Emission”. The main … Read more
After 14 long years of debate and negotiations, the Romanian ruling Social Democratic Party has approved a proposal for a legislation that will allow the Canadian mining company Gabriel Resources to proceed with the Rosia Montana mine project. The parliament will vote the new bill in September. That being said, Romania is preparing itself to become … Read more
Here I try to explain or list gold mining stocks than are and others that are not sensitive to gold prices going up or down. Not Sure Where Gold is Going … Higher or Lower from Here? — What to Own Under Both Scenarios: A snapshot of our gold producer coverage universe shows that some … Read more