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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! 

Image Resources to kick off construction at Atlas Image Resources (ASX:IMA) is expecting on-ground construction at the Atlas Mineral Sands Project in Western Australia to begin this quarter, after securing approval of a mining proposal.  On 19 July, the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety approved the mining proposal for Atlas, which covers construction and operation.  The remaining approvals for #Atlas includes groundwater operation strategy, offset environmental management plan, and the Banksia Woodlands rehabilitation environmental management plan.  Image Resources, which has a market capitalisation of $80.85 million, expects all of these approvals to be secured in early August this year.  CEO Patrick Mutz says scheduling of contractor mobilisation to Atlas is progressing.  “Early works camp construction is well underway and deconstruction of the Boonanarring WCP has been initiated,” Mutz says.  “The next six months are slated to see a flurry of construction activities, with a stretch goal of commencing project commissioning at the end of December.”  The Atlas Mineral Sands Project has a mineral resource of 17.3 million tonnes at 5.7% heavy minerals, with a mineral assemblage including 9.8% #zircon, 6.5% #rutile, 5.1% #leucoxene, and 49% #ilmenite.  Image Resources is a mineral sands-focused mining company that is currently transitioning from open-cut mining and ore processing operations at its wholly owned Boonanarring Project. #zircon #rutile #ilmenite

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

For decades – one of the greatest challenges to the development of Africa’s mining industry can largely be attributed to limited infrastructure, including power, water supply, and importantly, roads and rail. Addressing Africa's logistical infrastructure challenges could unlock economic benefits, including increased investment in mining, improved transportation networks, increased export capabilities and increased revenue and job creation, while also benefiting other sectors like manufacturing and construction. https://lnkd.in/e7Gzvn9p

Gain insights into the role of the Engineering of Record (EoR) during the construction phase of a filtered tailings storage facility in Chile's Atacama Region, a high-altitude (over 4,000 m a.s.l.), extremely arid, and seismically active area.   Authors: Camilo Morales, Esteban Barría, Francisco Vera, Johan Boshoff   #mining #tailings #minewaste #miningindustry #geotechnics

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

Landowners have to be a part of that negotiation. That's the agreement that matters the most, not the MOA. MOA is a non compliance agreement. PNG Landowners wake up from your deep sleep. Wafi Landowners will miss out again, big time. MOAs are MRA's weaknesses, designed to get the projects over the line. Promises of benefits in MOA for Landowners actually do not happen.... the writing is on the wall, go to all the mining projects & you will see the same things happening over & over again & again...We have lost the plot.. let's get together & stop this nonsense or else the ripping off our resources will continue & eventually turn into rape.

WHO SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ADDRESSING AFRICA’S LOGISTICAL INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES? For decades – one of the greatest challenges to the development of Africa’s mining industry can largely be attributed to limited infrastructure, including power, water supply, and importantly, roads and rail. Addressing Africa’s logistical infrastructure challenges could unlock economic benefits, including increased investment in mining, improved transportation networks, increased export capabilities and increased revenue and job creation, while also benefiting other sectors like manufacturing and construction. “Through Mining Indaba’s Disruptive Discussions format in 2024, taking place on the Disruptive Discussions Main Stage, we are no longer merely acknowledging the problem, we…READ MORE HERE https://lnkd.in/dRBvnkGR

On 11 October 2024, the Engineering Council of South Africa published a revised Code of Practice (COP), providing updated guidance for mining engineers. The COP defines work categories by complexity and details registration and competency requirements, aligning the Engineering Profession Act and Mine Health and Safety Act regulations. Jason Hunter highlights the key takeaways in this newsflash. #MiningEngineering #ECSA #IndustryStandards #EngineeringUpdates #Mining #Infrastructure #Construction #EngineeringProfessionAct #MineHealthAndSafetyAct #RelevantResponsivePractical https://lnkd.in/d3yRyzgc