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Exploration and mining software system supports and sustains increased exploration in Africa, says Specialist

Mineral Resource Management Specialist Minrom CEO Oscar van Antwerpen has revealed that the new mining software system allows companies to monitor and manage the licences, as well as receive timely warnings of missing documents or regulatory needs. The exploration and mining licence management software system is already in operation in …

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GV Gold increases production with the help of digital technologies

GV Gold, also known as Vysochaishy, one of the fastest-growing Russian gold mining companies, has rolled out the Zyfra OpenMine fleet management system (FMS) at its Ugakhan Mine in Russia’s Irkutsk Region in Siberia. The implementation of the project has resulted in a year-on-year ore production volume increase of 11%. …

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Stainless steel pump solution for Namibian mine

The harsh coastal conditions at a mining operation in Namibia demanded a dewatering solution beyond the ordinary, so it turned to Integrated Pump Rental. Its remote location, combined with its highly corrosive environment, meant that the mine needed its equipment to be wear-resistant and require minimal maintenance. According to Steve …

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De Beers’ new marine diamond mining vessel expected in 2022

The largest and most technologically advanced marine diamond mining vessel is expected to be delivered to Namibian Marine Diamond Miner Debmarine Namibia in 2022 – a joint venture between the Namibian Government and the De Beers Group. The ship under construction will be fitted with an integrated power system kit …

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Africa’s uranium first mover

TSXV-listed uranium junior GoviEx Uranium is looking to take advantage of changing market fundamentals and use its first-mover advantage in Africa. The company remained steadfast in the development of its mine-permitted Madaoela uranium project in Niger despite uranium’s fall from favour. Company CEO Daniel Major’s unwavering commitment to the asset, …

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Transport sector COVID-19 fight gets injection from Engen

Transport sector COVID-19 fight gets injection from Engen The transport sector fight against the impact of COVID-19 got a boost from Engen Namibia which recently sponsored fuel worth N$100,000 to the Walvis Bay Corridor Group. Engen offered its network of retail service stations at the disposal of the Walvis Bay …

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Phosphate mining Namibia’s economy hopeful, says NMP

Namibia Marine Phosphates, with its proposed Sandpiper marine phosphate mining project, believe that development of phosphate mining will position the country as an exporter of phosphate and fertiliser products. The move is set to bolster the country’s agricultural activity, as currently, much of the fertiliser consumed in Namibia is imported. …

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Mining sector’s evolution is in tandem with global demand for increased responsibility and sustainability.

The expectations and priorities of a modern-day investor in the mining sector have significantly changed in line with global demand for more responsible and sustainable extraction of mineral resources. ESG, referring to the performance of investment portfolios against Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards, has firmly established itself across the …

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New analysis software for automotive ethernet testing

PicoTechnology has released a new BroadR-Reach decoder/analyzer package that simplifies Automotive Ethernet integration testing and debugging. Locally represented by COMTEST the package includes a novel non-intrusive software directional coupler to separate up- and downstream traffic on full-duplex communication lines. BroadR-Reach allows multiple in-vehicle systems to simultaneously access information over single …

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Aukam graphite gets production green light

Authorities at the mines and energy ministry have issued mining licence to Toronto based company Gratomic for the company’s Aukam graphite property located 120 miles from the Port of Luderitz. The licence covers base and rare metals, industrial minerals, and precious metals and falls within the proximity of the Aukam …

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