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Weir to acquire Micromine

Weir to acquire Micromine Weir is accelerating its strategy for sustainable digital mining after entering a binding agreement to acquire Mining Software Holdings (Micromine) for $1.3b (£657m). Micromine is a top-tier global software provider to the mining industry, with comprehensive solutions across the upstream mining value chain. It supports critical mining operations from exploration through mine design and planning, operational scheduling and mining operations in hard ore, soft ore and underground applications. Weir chief executive Jon Stanton says the combined force of Micromine and Weir will create a sector-leading globally scaled platform to optimise performance...

(Image source: Bravus) (L-R) Bowen Rail Company (BRC) general manager Brendan Lane, Don River Dash secretary Wanita Sparr, and BRC rollingstock maintainer Trent Williams at BRC’s rail provisioning yard north of Bowen’s Don River.

Bowen Rail Company revs up as naming rights sponsor of Bowen’s Don River Dash

Bowen Rail Company revs up as naming rights sponsor of Bowen’s Don River Dash Bowen Rail Company is revving up as the new naming rights sponsor of the Whitsunday’s favourite event, the 2024 Don River Dash off-road race. The Don River Dash 300 is a two-day off-road race that sees motorbikes, buggies and trophy trucks tackle a rugged “desert style” course through the dry riverbed of Bowen’s famous Don River. The event injects more than $4m into the local economy as thousands...

Bravus blooms little green thumbs in Bowen community

Bravus blooms little green thumbs in Bowen community

Bravus blooms little green thumbs in Bowen community The Bowen Rail Company (BRC) is supporting the Queensland region’s littlest green thumbs through a grant to the Queens Beach State School kitchen garden program. The Bowen state school was one of four recipients of the latest round of funding from BRC’s Community Partnership Program, designed to assist not-for-profit organisations and community groups with the purchase of small assets that can make a big difference. Queens Beach is part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program and teacher Bec Trask says the...

Game, set, match: Bowen Rail Company serves up a win for the community

Game, set, match: Bowen Rail Company serves up a win for the community

Game, set, match: Bowen Rail Company serves up a win for the community Bowen Tennis Association has scored big with a Bowen Rail Company (BRC) grant to support the development of the region’s next generation of tennis stars. The 95-year-old club was one of four recent grant recipients of Bowen Rail Company’s Community Partnership Program, which supports local not-for-profit organisations and community groups with the purchase of small assets that can make a big difference. Bowen Tennis Association president Walter Morris says the Bowen Rail Company’s...

Green shoots for juniors

Green shoots for juniors

All investors interviewed as part of the JUMEX Survey expressed a keen interest on new exploration opportunities. Image: State of Queensland. Photography: Ray Cash. By Elizabeth Fabri JUNIOR miners and explorers have much to look forward to as investor interest returns to the sector, according to a new report. Grant Thornton’s annual JUMEX Survey reported a sustained six month market improvement in investor sentiment, primarily towards commodities such as gold and lithium. “We’re seeing a strong improvement in fund raising success,” Grant Thornton Australia head of energy and resources Holly Stiles said. “Investor interest initially concentrated on certain commodities, but has started to reach out more broadly, particularly to those with low risk, advanced stage assets. “The recent...

mDetect uses subatomic particles called “muons” to provide intelligence on internal structures and substances of buildings, infrastructure as well as subterranean and aquatic features.

Cosmic rays and hyperspectral imaging in mining operations

Cosmic rays and hyperspectral imaging in mining operations It sounds like something out of Star Wars, yet cosmic rays and hyperspectral imaging are a central feature in two mining technology projects backed by the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC), with major implications for safety and access to strategically important materials. mDetect is a Swinburne University spinout specialising in astrophysics research into muons, a type of subatomic particle that results from the Earth’s atmosphere being hit by cosmic rays, which fall harmlessly and constantly down on us1. They are sometimes described as the...

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Shielding Australia’s Assets: A Deep Dive into Rhino Linings’ Product Line

Shielding Australia’s Assets: A Deep Dive into Rhino Linings' Product Line In the realm of industrial coatings, Rhino Linings stands tall as a beacon of excellence. As a revered player in the industry, Rhino Linings has forged a reputation for delivering top-tier protective coatings engineered to withstand Australia's demanding conditions. With an extensive range of products showcased on www.rhinolinings.com.au, let's dive into the world of Rhino Linings and explore how their offerings are reshaping protection for various industries across the country. A Glimpse into Rhino Linings' Legacy Before we delve into the product range, it's crucial to appreciate Rhino Linings' rich history. Established in 1988, the company began as a small venture specialising in spray-applied protective linings, primarily for utility...

Mass shooting at Burkina Faso mine

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Mass shooting at Burkina Faso mine

AN attack on a convoy of five busses carrying employees to the Bongou mine in Burkina Faso has left 37 dead and 60 injured. Workers of African Mine Services, a subsidiary of Australian company Perenti (ASX: PRN), and Canadian mine owner, Semafo, were among the dead. Sefamo said the convoy was escorted by military police and was about 40km from the mine when it was ambushed by gunmen. No one has claimed responsibility for the attacks at this stage, however suspicion has fallen on Islamic militants. The country has been plagued for the past five years by Jihadi violence that has spilled over from Mali. The attack is the deadliest in the five years of violence and the death toll,...