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International News: Sandvik and Vedanta partner to drive full digitalization at Hindustan Zinc’s SK
Sandvik is partnering with Vedanta's Hindustan Zinc to implement a comprehensive digital transformation at the Sindesar Khurd underground mine in India through the OptiMine digital platform. The system will provide real-time monitoring, tracking, and analytics for over 150 pieces of underground equipment to improve safety, efficiency and productivity at the world-class zinc-lead-silver operation.
Nemaska Lithium provides project construction update
Nemaska Lithium reported construction progress on its Whabouchi mine and Shawinigan electrochemical plant, with $315.9M committed of the $874.7M total budget and no lost-time injuries after 245,397 construction hours. Concentrate production is expected to begin in H2 2019 with lithium salts production starting in H2 2020.
North American Palladium signs major mine development contract; strategic review process concludes
North American Palladium has signed a major underground development contract with Redpath Canada to expand its Lac des Iles mine from 6,000 tpd to 12,000 tpd capacity. The two-year contract covers 6,550 meters of lateral and 560 meters of vertical development to access ore reserves beneath the dormant Roby open pit.
Kintavar begins final phase of the 2018 drilling program on Sherlock and nominates new CFO
Kintavar Exploration resumed drilling at its Mitchi Property in Quebec, planning up to 2,000 meters focused on the Sherlock corridor before year-end. The company also appointed Mathieu Bourdeau as its new in-house CFO, bringing Deloitte and software industry experience to support the advancing project.
Ultra Power Systems signs POA for license for the VanadiumCorp-Electrochem processing technology
VanadiumCorp Resource Inc. and Electrochem Technologies signed a patent option agreement allowing Ultra Power Systems to license their vanadium processing technology exclusively in Australia for $500,000. Ultra plans to build the world's first dedicated vanadium processing facility using this technology to produce low-cost battery-grade vanadium electrolyte for energy storage applications.
Westhaven commences ground geophysics on its Shovelnose Gold property
Westhaven Ventures has begun ground geophysics surveys at its 15,542-hectare Shovelnose gold property in BC's Spences Bridge Gold Belt. The program includes magnetic and passive seismic surveys to better define structural trends and assist with drill targeting, building on recent drilling that intersected high-grade gold mineralization.
Tantalex and International Cobalt announce contemplated amalgamation
TANTALEX Resources Corporation has announced a contemplated amalgamation with International Cobalt. The article content appears to be incomplete, providing only basic company identification and ticker information without details of the proposed transaction.
Azincourt Energy samples high-grade lithium oxide (Li2O) at the Lithium One Project
Azincourt Energy reported exceptional lithium assay results from its Lithium One Project in Manitoba, with surface samples returning up to 8.76% lithium oxide from high-purity spodumene crystals. The results include nine samples exceeding 2% Li2O and two samples exceeding 4% Li2O, positioning the company for upcoming drill programs pending permit approval.
Pretivm’s Board of Directors appoints Robin Bienenstock as director
Pretium Resources appointed Robin Bienenstock as an independent director to its Board of Directors. Bienenstock brings extensive financial sector and investment experience from roles at RBMP Capital and previous positions as a senior research analyst and telecommunications company director. The appointment strengthens the board's financial expertise as Pretium operates its high-grade Brucejack gold mine in northern British Columbia.
Fireweed acquires large zinc property on extension of Macmillan Pass Zinc Project
Fireweed Zinc has acquired the Nidd Property from Teck Resources, expanding its Macmillan Pass Zinc Project in Yukon to 544 square kilometers. The acquisition gives Fireweed control of all four known large zinc mineralized systems in the region, with the Boundary Zone showing historic intersections of 224 meters at 2.5% zinc. The deal was structured as 1.5 million Fireweed shares plus a 1% NSR royalty to Teck.
Equinox Gold announces changes to executive team
Equinox Gold announced the immediate retirement of COO David Laing and the appointment of James Currie as his replacement. Currie brings extensive operational experience including previous work at the company's Mesquite and Aurizona mines. The leadership change comes as Equinox transitions to multi-asset gold production with Aurizona nearing completion and the recent Mesquite acquisition.
The Royal Canadian Mint celebrates decades of innovation with anniversary tributes
The Royal Canadian Mint announced special anniversary collector coins celebrating its Gold Maple Leaf's 40th anniversary and Silver Maple Leaf's 30th anniversary. The company also launched multiple new collector coins including a 5 oz. polar bear-themed silver coin and historic reproductions, showcasing its continued innovation in precious metal coin manufacturing.
Teck announces appointment of Andrew Milner as Senior Vice President, Innovation and Technology
Teck Resources has appointed Andrew Milner as Senior Vice President, Innovation and Technology, bringing over 25 years of global technology experience from BHP and Rio Tinto. The appointment signals Teck's commitment to developing an enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy.
2018 Award of Distinction Winner – Dennis Blake
Dennis Blake, Senior Manager of Ridley Terminals, received the 2018 Award of Distinction from the Coal Association of Canada for his 35-year career advancing Canada's coal industry. The award recognizes his contributions to helping Ridley Terminals achieve the milestone of shipping 200 million tonnes of coal and his role in multimillion-dollar facility upgrades and efficiency improvements.
2018 CAC Community Champions Winners – Conuma Coal & Benga Mining
The Coal Association of Canada awarded its 2018 Community Champions Awards to Conuma Coal Resources and Benga Mining (Riversdale Resources) for their community engagement efforts. Conuma's projects have impacted 4,000 community members in Tumbler Ridge, BC since reopening three coal mines in 2015, while Benga Mining has raised over $50,000 through community initiatives in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta.
Pure Gold Test Mining returns an estimated 56% more gold than predicted from resource model
Pure Gold Mining completed test mining at its Madsen Gold Project in Ontario, extracting 7,096 tonnes of mineralized material that returned an average grade of 10.2 g/t gold. The bulk sample program delivered 56% more gold than predicted from the resource model, with excellent ground conditions and strong visual mineralization validating the geological model for the ongoing feasibility study.
“Pan In A Can Paydirt” harkens back to Wild Horse Creek’s Gold Rush heyday
Stephen Lathem of Fort Steele has launched 'Pan In A Can Paydirt', a new venture selling packaged gold-bearing gravel from his Nip and Tuck Gold Mine claim on Wild Horse Creek for $25 per container. The product targets gold panning enthusiasts and offers a keepsake from one of the Kootenays' historic mining areas.
College of the Rockies trades students benefit from Teck donation
Teck Resources donated $1 million to College of the Rockies in June, with $100,000 designated for trades student scholarships. Four students received the first $2,000 Teck Scholarships, aimed at developing skilled workers for the mining industry. The program will award six scholarships annually until the fund is depleted.
Teck named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
Teck Resources Limited has been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp for its exceptional human resources programs and forward-thinking workplace policies. The award highlights Teck's commitment to fostering diversity, innovation and employee engagement across its diversified mining operations.
Skyharbour option partner Orano Canada announces 2019 exploration budget of $2.2 million
Orano Canada announced a $2.2 million exploration and diamond drilling program for 2019 at Skyharbour's Preston Uranium Project in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin. The program includes 15-20 drill holes totaling 4,850 metres at the JL and FSA targets, plus ground electromagnetic surveys at Canoe Lake. This is part of Orano's option to earn up to 70% interest in the project through $8 million in total spending over six years.
Nasigon Maiden drilling confirms continuous stratiform copper mineralization over 1 km from surface
Kintavar Exploration completed a 16-hole maiden drilling program at Nasigon on their Mitchi property, intersecting stratiform copper mineralization over 1 km and confirming the extension of copper mineralization to over 15 km across the project. The best intersection returned 22.0m @ 0.28% Cu, with mineralization remaining open laterally and at depth.
CDEV announces sale process for Ridley Terminals Inc., structured to transfer 10% to First Nations
Canada Development Investment Corporation has launched a competitive sale process for 90% of Ridley Terminals Inc., a bulk commodity transfer facility in Prince Rupert, BC, with 10% of shares being transferred to local First Nations. The terminal, established in 1983, primarily handles coal and petroleum coke shipments from rail to ocean-going vessels.
CLAC launches website to support the rights of all B.C.’s skilled workers
CLAC launched the #FairandOpenBC website and filed a BC Supreme Court petition challenging the BC NDP's project labour agreement that restricts public infrastructure projects to Building Trade Union members. The organization argues this violates workers' Charter rights to choose union representation and affects 85% of BC's construction workforce.
Brandt makes major expansion into specialty transportation equipment sector with Camex acquisition
The Brandt Group of Companies acquired Camex Equipment Sales & Rentals Ltd. of Edmonton, Alberta effective November 1, 2018. The acquisition expands Brandt into specialty transportation equipment and creates a new division called Brandt Truck Rigging & Trailers, serving oil & gas, mining, pipeline, and infrastructure sectors.
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