Friday, October 18, 2024

Queensland unveils major initiatives to boost critical minerals industry

Queensland’s burgeoning critical minerals industry is on display to the world with the launch of two new initiatives.

Grants to drive critical minerals production in Australia

The Australian Government will provide $13 million in grants to critical minerals projects in Queensland and South Australia to boost downstream processing and strengthen Australia’s sovereign capabilities.

Rio Tinto ups stake in Sovereign Metals with $18.5M investment

Sovereign Metals announced that Rio Tint has exercised all its share options, increasing its shareholding in Sovereign to 19.76 per cent.

Orica honours 150 years of innovation, excellence in the mining industry

Orica, a global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions, marked a historic milestone in June 2024 as it celebrated 150 years since its founding.

Australia-India partnership launches hub for sustainable mineral dev’t

A joint initiative between Monash University and IIT Hyderabad is set to revolutionize the global supply chain of critical minerals through cutting-edge research and sustainable practices.

Ampcontrol rolls out MegaWatt charger for mining industry

Ampcontrol has unveiled its new Ampcontrol MegaWatt Charger, a cutting-edge solution aimed at supporting the electrification of the mining industry.

ECU, MRIWA collaborate on new lithium extraction pilot project

Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) held a kick-off meeting at ECU’s Joondalup campus to discuss a $450,000 investment from the state government toward a new lithium extraction pilot project.

WA’s mining future hinges on new gas supplies

Boosting new gas supply will be essential to fuel Western Australia's plans to phase out coal from electricity and ensure affordable energy for minerals processing, according to a leading energy research firm.

WesTrac and Thiess mark one million metres of autonomous drilling

WesTrac, a distributor for Cat equipment, in collaboration with global mining services giant Thiess, has achieved drilling one million metres autonomously using the Cat MineStar Command Autonomous Drill System (ADS).

NT allocates $2M annually to drive job opportunities in Beetaloo gas industry

The Northern Territory Government has unveiled a significant annual investment of $2 million in the 2024 Budget to catalyse job creation within the territory’s gas sector.
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