British Columbia
SunMine engineer thinks the future looks bright—and green
Michel de Spot (in cap) is pictured at the SunMine groundbreaking ceremony. — Photo courtesy Michel de Spot Michel de Spot, president and CE...
Technology.
Advancements in technology used in mining and exploration are allowing companies to improve the bottom line and even revisit mine sites and properties that had previously been deemed unprofitable. And in order to move towards operating with a smaller environmental footprint, many companies are using innovation to help them achieve their goals.
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British Columbia
SunMine wins National Engineering Project Award
Kimberley’s SunMine has won the National Award for an Engineering Project or Achievement from Engineers Canada at their Awards Gala on May 2...
Alberta
New Edmonton biorefinery turns vegetable oils into renewable fuels
Rendering of new SBI BioEnergy Inc. new biorefinery. — Rendering by William H. Ross Edmonton-based SBI BioEnergy Inc. has just opened a new,...
Education
Emerging trends in the mining industry
Today, the majority of mining operations industry-wide are using the open-pit technique. — bukinnet/iStock/Thinkstock photo World-class insi...
Global
Caterpillar introduces “The Age of Smart Iron” digital technology
Doug Oberhelman, Chairman and CEO of Caterpillar Inc., envisions "...every machine, engine, truck, tablet, light tower, smart device and dro...
Global
Polaris Rampage helps Canada assert its northern sovereignty
Polaris' new all-terrain vehicle, The Rampage. — Photo courtesy Polaris Polaris has released a cool new all-terrain vehicle called the Rampa...
Exploration
SGS Geostat wins Integra Gold Corp’s Gold Rush Challenge
The members of the SGS Geostat award-winning team were (L to R): Marcel Costa, Dave Smercina, Amanda Landriault, Doug Hatfield, Guy Desharna...
British Columbia
Tree-top sampling program may help uncover new mineral deposits in B.C.
Helicopter-supported treetop sampling is an effective way of quickly acquiring samples over large inaccessible areas of British Columbia. —...
Global
Canadian companies poised to benefit from lithium surge?
A prototype of the Tesla Model 3 electric car. — Photo courtesy Tesla Motors Fresh on the heels of Tesla's incredible unveiling of the model...
British Columbia
Government charging up electric vehicles
The Province of B.C. is providing funding from the Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) Program to expand and upgrade residential and public charging...
British Columbia
KPU students get new trades training equipment
The Ministry of Advanced Education is targeting funding and programs to sectors that have a high demand for skilled workers. — Photo courtes...
Products & Equipment
Worker fatigue a danger in mineral exploration
Fatigue management is important for all industries. Camps present fewer hazards than drive-in operations because employees tend to get more...
Global
Soft mining market hasn’t softened acQuire’s commitment to its customers
David Stephen, managing director of acQuire Technology Solutions — Photo courtesy acQuire Technology Solutions Trying to sell a high-priced...
Global
CoalTech turns coal mine waste into savings with newly launched coal pellets
CoalTech addresses the waste management challenges of mining. — Photo courtesy CoalTech Everyone wants to be eco-friendly. Over recent years...
Education
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel to share his energy vision with innovators at Discovery 2016
Tesla Motors co-founder and CTO JB Straubel will appear as keynote speaker at Ontario Centres of Excellence's Discovery 2016 taking place Ma...
British Columbia
SMS launches new “Advanced Technologies” identity
SMS Equipment Inc. has announced that it is launching a new identity “Advanced Technologies” that will become the umbrella brand to host all...
Energy
GFS Corp names Wajax and Cullen Diesel Power as new Canadian Distributors
GFS Corp designs and sells solutions that enable high horsepower, heavy-duty diesel engines to operate on natural gas. — Photo courtesy Teck...
Global
Terrestrial Energy announces completion of CAD$10 million Series A funding
With the completion of this main round financing, Terrestrial Energy continues to advance its business case to commercialize the IMSR. — Pho...
Global
PT Freeport Indonesia invests in largest operator training simulator deal of 2015
PT Freeport Indonesia has invested in the largest operator training simulator deal of 2015 - the company has added light vehicle, undergroun...
Exploration
Boart Longyear launches MDR700, the next generation underground coring rig with advanced mobility
Boart Longyear has announced the launch of the new MDR700, the next generation underground coring rig with advanced mobility. — Photo courte...
British Columbia
Nelson’s innovative Community Solar Garden set to shine
The City of Nelson’s electric utility, Nelson Hydro, is set to offer solar energy to its customers. — Photo courtesy http://www.nelson.ca/so...
Minerals
Nemaska Lithium poised to become major player in global market
Nemaska Technical Director Jean-Francois Magnan. — Photo courtesy Nemaska Lithium Quebec-based Nemaska Lithium has just announced an agreeme...
Company Profiles
Steel cutting marks start of physical construction of Nautilus’ production support vessel
Steel-cutting has commenced for the construction of Nautilus Minerals Inc., production support vessel, to be used as a base for its seafloor...
British Columbia
Inuktun Services provides pipe inspection systems for energy companies
The Versatrax 150 Mk II crawler with Spectrum 90 camera and Minitracs. — Photo courtesy Sureclean/Inuktun Inuktun Services Ltd is a small co...