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#ASXNews Development Update – Approvals and Project Progress Meeka Metals Limited is pleased to advise the approval of the mine dewatering and clearing permits. The Company acknowledges the current high level of permitting activity under assessment by DEMIRS (approximately 400 open applications) and expects the final permit, the open pit Mining Proposal, early in the September 2024 quarter. • Two permits required for the development of the Company’s 100% owned Murchison #Gold Project have been approved.  • A final permit, the open pit Mining Proposal, is expected to be received early in the September 2024 quarter.  • Site works are progressing with infrastructure arriving and the establishment of services and water supply for the camp and administration complex.  • The $2.2M secured, bridging loan facility (ASX announcement, 17 June 2024) has been drawn down, with $1.34M funding the purchase of a camp, administration complex and associated infrastructure including: • 116-person camp; • 200-person change house and ablutions for the Andy Well mining centre; • 36.5m x 14.5m fully fitted-out administration complex for the Andy Well mining centre; • 12m x 9m open pit mining office form the Turnberry mining centre; and • 110kL fuel storage tank. • Full credit approval for a larger project development facility remains targeted for July 2024. • Site activities including relocation and installation of the above infrastructure to ramp up post funding. Commenting on the progress, #MEK’s Managing Director Tim Davidson said: “Pleasingly we have received approval for several activities, with only one permit remaining to transition our Murchison Gold Project from development ready to full execution. Infrastructure and equipment mobilisation to site are ongoing. Preparation works are also underway in anticipation of installing the camp, administration complex, and underground mining change house in July 2024.” See the full announcement: https://bit.ly/3xM0XWK #MeekaMetals #MiningNews #ASX

In 2022/23, construction activity in the mining and heavy industry sector rose to $3.1 billion, up from $2.1 billion in 2021/22, with the total pipeline for the next five years reaching $27.4 billion. While the expected recovery was delayed until 2023/24 due to several project setbacks, future growth hinges largely on unfunded projects, which comprise 66% of the outlook—approximately $17.6 billion. Despite this potential, high levels of unfunded projects pose significant risks, with 14% classified as unlikely to proceed. However, infrastructure developments tied to existing operations, like the Carmichael and Olive Downs coal mines, could facilitate some of these projects. Funded activity remains dominated by coal, oil, and gas, which together account for 86% of total work. What do you think the future holds for coal and heavy industries amid changing global demand? Join us and ACCIONA AU & NZ, CSQ - Construction Skills Queensland, John Holland, Webuild, Bennett + Bennett, TACTIC, BMD Group, Sunwater, Queensland Hydro, Degnan, Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise, Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), Mitez Inc, RDA Townsville and North West Queensland Inc and Gladstone Engineering Alliance at the 2024 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report to explore key industry trends and insights. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain valuable knowledge on upcoming projects, and explore the implications of current market dynamics for your business. Event Dates:  📅 Brisbane: Thursday, 14 November - https://lnkd.in/g2mnefmk  📅 Townsville: Tuesday, 19 November - https://lnkd.in/g_y_Xc3F  📅 Gladstone: Wednesday, 20 November - https://lnkd.in/gSAqZ37S  📅 Toowoomba: Thursday, 28 November - https://lnkd.in/gStYD9a8 👉 Register now to stay informed on the future of Queensland’s mining and heavy industries! 

Kenorland Minerals Ltd. (KLD-V)   Kenorland reports commencement of engineering and baseline studies at the Frotet Project, Québec On July 2, 2024, Kenorland Minerals Ltd. announced the engagement of BBA Consultants, an engineering consulting firm, in preparation for a potential authorization and permit application for development of an underground exploration decline at the Frotet Project. The underground exploration decline shall permit year-round drilling to delineate the Regnault Gold Deposit at depth and a resource estimate is anticipated by late 2025. Kenorland currently holds a 4% NSR royalty and is operator of the Frotet Project per agreement with Sumitomo Metal Mining Canada Ltd. The Frotet Project covers 39,365 ha and hosts the Regnault Gold Deposit. Recall Kenorland had disclosed on June 18, 2024, final drill results from the 2024 winter drill program at the Frotet Project (see: https://lnkd.in/eS22YmRF). We had estimated for the 27 holes disclosed a grade x thickness metric of 19.86 g/t Au eq x m, in-line with previous drill campaign results and testament to the robustness of the Regnault gold system. Kenorland and Sumitomo have engaged BBA to develop a scoping study, which provides a comprehensive approach to permitting an exploration decline at the Frotet Project. The scoping study should provide preliminary cost estimates associated with developing the underground infrastructure and outline a pathway for permit acquisition. The BBA mandate shall include several environmental and technical baseline studies to support the permitting process, which are currently underway. The environmental and technical baseline studies, necessary for the required permits for underground exploration, are expected to be completed in early 2025. See end of: https://lnkd.in/ehSsha73 https://lnkd.in/eBFiTQBD #quebec #regnault #gold

#Bougainville #News BEC grants exploration licence to Eivo-Joint Venture Ltd The Bougainville Executive Council has granted mineral Exploration License number 7 (EL07) to Eivo-Joint Venture Ltd (EJV). #Bougainville #President and Minister for Mineral and Energy Hon. Ishmael Toroama presented the exploration license to EJV landowners in Arawa Town today. The licence is granted with mandatory licence conditions as required by the 2015 Bougainville Mining Act and also additional licence conditions imposed by the Bougainville Executive Council. Some of these licence conditions include: • Land Access and Compensation Agreement requirements • Landowner Identification Study requirements • Social Mapping Study requirements • Work program performance requirements • Local expenditure requirements • Community engagement requirements • Environment permitting and environment management requirements The decision by the Bougainville Executive Council to grant the exploration license was made after EJV had satisfied the requirements of the Bougainville Mining Act and also considering there was significant support by landowners and local leaders for the project. Member for Eivo-Torau Hon. Lawrence Sirapui in thanking the BEC for the grant decision also spoke in support of EJV and the exploration project. “This is the type of project that we need to kick start Bougainville’s economy so it important that all stakeholders must support it,” President Toroama said. “Our collective support for projects of this magnitude can see the growth of a sustainable mineral sector in Bougainville,” President Toroama added. #EconomicSector #Mining https://lnkd.in/d4TPzWek

Harmony Gold standardises on Nerospec vehicle intervention tech Nerospec OSCON says that it has achieved group-wide standardisation with Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited. Its solutions will now be implemented across all Harmony Gold mines, enhancing safety and efficiency. It added: “This partnership is a significant step in our mission to create safer mining environments. By integrating NEROSPEC OSCON’s innovative technologies, Harmony Gold is setting a new benchmark for safety and operational excellence.” Specifically, it covers deployment of the #neroHUB #VehicleIntervention Control System which helps to enable Level 9 #collisionavoidance. #SouthAfrica’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) brought into law in December 2022 the Chapter 8 clauses of the Mine Health and Safety Act Regulations relating to Level 9 vehicle intervention for collision avoidance in trackless mobile machinery, both surface and underground. The neroHUB provides a universal interface for #TracklessMiningMachines (TMM) and Collision Warning Systems (CWS). It increases productivity and improves mine safety with the intelligent use of CRAWL and STOP processes as well as providing uniform and secure records to promote operational efficiency. Harmony operates eight #underground #gold mines in the #Witwatersrand Basin – #MoabKhotsong, #Mponeng, #Tshepong North and South, #Doornkop, #Joel, #Target1, #Kusasalethu and #Masimong. It also operates the #Kalgold open pit. Outside of South Africa it operates the #HiddenValley open pit gold and silver mine in #PNG, where it also has 50% of the #WafiGolpu underground project. In Australia it has the Eva copper project. In its 2023 ESG report, Harmony states: “Harmony aims to comply with legislation because we care about employees’ safety, not just compliance. We began our proactive journey towards better safety requirements well before it became legislation on 22 December 2022 when the South African government legislated that trackless mobile machinery must be retrofitted with a Level 9 collision avoidance system…our implementation plan is specific and measurable, considering cost, maintenance and productivity implications. Based on site risk assessments, we conduct ongoing data management and reporting as well as employee awareness campaigns.” #miningsafety #miningtechnology #futureofmining #miningCAS

'Engineering and Consultancies: Towards a sustainable industry by design' This article in our Brazil Mining 2023 report discusses the rapid adaptation of the Brazilian mining ecosystem to stricter environmental measures, emphasizing the industry's focus on sustainable practices, regulatory challenges, and the growing importance of critical minerals and renewable energy in Brazil's mining sector. Thank you to Lucila Telles, WSP in Brazil country manager, Thiago Toussaint, managing director at SRK Consulting in Brazil, Bernardo Horta de Cerqueira Viana, Partner, GE21 Consultoria Mineral, Maria de Lourdes Bahia, vice president of mining and metals at AtkinsRéalis, Vinicius Ambrogi, head of marketing and environment at EBP Brasil, Leonardo Pena, Brazil vice president at Ausenco, Manuel Fernandes, energy and natural resources co-leader for Americas at KPMG for your comments! #Engineering #Consultancies #BrazilMining #GBR #GeotechnicalSafety #EnvironmentalProtection #MiningRegulations #TailingsManagement

East Africa Metals Inc. Announces Start of Gold Mine Infrastructure Construction in Tigray Exciting news from East Africa Metals Inc. as they embark on constructing gold mine infrastructure in Tigray! This milestone, initiated by their partner Tibet Huayu Mining Co Ltd., signals a major advancement in the Adyabo Project, particularly the Mato Bula and Da Tambuk mines. As East Africa Metals and Tibet Huayu move forward with the procurement of essential heavy equipment, Soil Solutions stands ready to support their efforts. Our expertise in soil stabilization and dust control can significantly enhance the efficiency and sustainability of the mining operations. By integrating our EBS Soil Stabilizer, we can help reduce water usage and improve road conditions, ensuring safer and more efficient transport of materials. Andrew Lee Smith, President and CEO of East Africa Metals, highlighted the importance of a well-planned strategy for timely resource acquisition. Soil Solutions is committed to providing innovative solutions that align with this strategic vision, promoting environmental stewardship and operational excellence. The completion of the Relocation Action Plan (RAP) demonstrates the project's commitment to ethical practices and community engagement. Soil Solutions is proud to offer environmentally friendly technologies that support such initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum benefit to the local communities. As East Africa Metals progresses with the Adyabo Project, we look forward to contributing to its success by delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity, safety, and sustainability. Intelligent Mining Solutions https://lnkd.in/dR32Z2qU #Mining #EastAfricaMetals #Tigray #GoldMining #Sustainability #SoilSolutions #Infrastructure #CommunityEngagement #ebs #EnvironmentalStewardship #cuttingedgesolutions #dustcontrol #environmentallyfriendly #ethicalpractices #operationalexcellence #innovativesolutions #soilstabilization #strategicvision

Barrick deploys Woodgrove Direct Flotation Reactor tech at Jabal Sayid Barrick Gold Corporation says it is ‘revolutionising’ #copper concentration through the use of Woodgrove Technologies Inc. #DirectFlotationReactor (DFR) technology at the Maaden Barrick Copper Company #JabalSayid #copper mine in Saudi Arabia, adding: “This technology features a smaller footprint, greater efficiency, and unparalleled selectivity, enabling the transition from rougher concentrate to final concentrate in a single stage.” The Jabal Sayid underground copper operation is located 350 km north-east of Jeddah in the Kingdom of #SaudiArabia. It is a 50/50 joint venture operation with Saudi mining company Ma'aden. Mining and development is carried out by Australia-headquartered Byrnecut whose contract currently runs to 2028. The #DFR technology has been deployed as part of the new #JabalSayidLode1 project. The scope of this project is to develop and mine a new orebody, located less than a kilometre from the existing lode at Jabal Sayid. The project design includes underground capital development as well as ventilation, paste plant and underground mining infrastructure upgrades where stoping commenced during the third quarter of 2023 and development was running ahead of schedule and was 98% complete by end Q1 2024. The up-cast ventilation raise bore shaft had also been fully equipped and the reaming of the fresh air ventilation shaft had been completed by end March. A new reagent plant and the DFR were commissioned in Q1 2024 with ongoing optimisation. Civil and mechanical construction at the paste plant had also been completed with electrical construction nearing completion. Commissioning of the paste plant was scheduled to commence during the second quarter of 2024. DFR #flotation cells have been deployed at other operations globally, including at Copper Mountain in BC, Canada, now owned by Hudbay Minerals and Lundin Mining’s Chapada gold mine in Brazil. It has also been earmarked for Generation Mining’s Marathon palladium-copper project in northwestern Ontario. Woodgrove says that Direct Flotation Reactors provide up to a 50% footprint reduction plus involve reduced capital investment and operating cost using up to less 50% power and bringing 90% air savings. In more detail, the company states: “The Direct Flotation Reactor (DFR) is a flotation cell that works on the principle of preventing the formation of a froth and froth slurry interface. Independent bubbles are removed from the collection zone in a gas phase/slurry phase. The flotation cell has a particle collection regime in the lower half of the vessel and the loaded bubbles are recovered at the top of the vessel.” The complete unit is a pressurised system. The DFR has a very low footprint due to the absence of a froth phase, the mass pull does not dictate tank size and the installation is on a single level (elevation) with no step height between cells. #flotationtechnology #futureofmining

Caravel Minerals Limited (ASX:CVV) (“Caravel” or the “Company”) is pleased to report on activities during the March 2024 Quarter. HIGHLIGHTS Key activities in the quarter included: - Mining executive Greg Lilleyman appointed as a Strategic Advisor to the Board, bringing over 30 years’ international experience in the resources sector, encompassing multiple commodities, and including large-scale project development and construction, operational and business leadership, joint venture management and technology deployment. - Caravel Copper Project Environmental Scoping Document approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in March 2024. - Additional permitting and approvals activities completed: +Fieldwork to gather soil and water feature and chemistry data +Direct consultation and engagement with landowners proximal to the proposed borefield +Mining tenure application to accommodate infrastructure areas including the Bindi pit, Bindi resource growth areas, waste rock dump, tailings and supporting infrastructure   - Environmental Review Document (ERD) now nearing completion for submission to the EPA. The ERD presents comprehensive studies on the existing and predominantly cleared environment and outlines how the project can be delivered and operated responsibly. - Key workstreams aimed at de-risking the Project continue, including studies with Western Power to secure a grid connection, finalising metallurgical testing and tailings management facility design, discussions with landowners, and further progress towards an ESG strategy and reporting. - Engagement with potential strategic Project investors and partners was ongoing, with the Company observing growing interest as the Project continues to advance alongside marked copper price increases. Download the Quarterly Report Here: https://lnkd.in/gxXqQeaT