DiggingDeeper: The Mining Newsletter (Vol 2)

Welcome to the 2nd edition of #DiggingDeeper! Your go-to source for all the latest developments, trends, and insights in the world of Mining.

Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or are just starting to explore the exciting world of Mining, this newsletter is for you. Stay informed, stay ahead of the curve, and join the conversation about the future of this exciting field.

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Win of the Week

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, in collaboration with steelmaker SSAB, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by signing a letter of intent to purchase fossil-free steel. This partnership ensures that Sandvik will receive deliveries of fossil-free steel from SSAB, supporting the production of Sandvik loaders and trucks for the mining industry. SSAB aims to bring fossil-free steel to the market at a commercial scale by 2026, marking a pivotal moment in reducing the environmental impact of steel production.

Mats Eriksson, President of business area Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, highlighted the importance of this partnership, stating, “Sustainability is at the core of our business strategy, and this partnership will enable us to offer our mining customers solutions with a drastically reduced CO2 footprint.”

Johnny Sj?str?m, Head of SSAB Special Steels, emphasized the benefits of fossil-free steel, mentioning, “Fossil-free steel has the same high quality as traditional steel but with hardly any environmental impact. It will help reduce our customers’ carbon footprint and offer a competitive advantage in the market.”

SSAB, in collaboration with LKAB and Vattenfall as part of the HYBRIT initiative, has been at the forefront of developing a value chain for fossil-free iron and steel production. By using fossil-free electricity and hydrogen, this initiative eliminates carbon dioxide emissions in steel production.

Sandvik’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions aligns with the goals of the Paris Agreement, aiming for net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 and a 50 percent reduction in absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the journey toward a greener, more sustainable future for the mining industry.

Latest Mining News

The Mining industry continues to grow and evolve, with several key players making recent headlines. Here are the latest developments in the world of Mining:

?? Greatland Gold has successfully concluded its initial drilling campaign at the Paterson South Project, operating within the farm-in and joint venture agreement with Rio Tinto Exploration (RTX).

?? Haver & Boecker Niagara has appointed Fabian Stuart as the leader of mineral processing and mining for its Southern Africa division.

?? Bobcat has introduced an improved edition of its popular S450 M-Series skid-steer loader specifically tailored for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) market. This updated S450 model boasts a new control option, a feature introduced for the first time in this version.

?? Fleet Space Technologies, has introduced three unique features to their mineral exploration technology, EXOSPHERE BY FLEET?. These features are designed specifically to improve the flexibility and precision of data-driven exploration initiatives on a global scale.

?? The initial phase of BHP's Flat Rocks Wind Farm in Western Australia has achieved a significant milestone, as over half of the 18 wind turbines have been installed.

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