Australia, an expansive canvas of diverse landscapes, is a global powerhouse in mineral extraction. Yet, beneath the glory of its mining accolades lies an intricate tapestry of logistical ballet – where aviation dances to the rhythm of the mining industry’s heartbeat. Navigating the Extremes of Down Under Australia, a vast mosaic stretching 2.968 million square miles (7.688 million km²), holds
In the current year, the latest data from Coal Services, NSW’s specialized health and safety scheme, reveals that coal mining production in NSW has employed a total of 24,984 individuals. The data indicates the highest outcome recorded since June 2012, with the western region of NSW witnessing an addition of over 300 coal mining jobs. Furthermore, there has been an
Amidst the deluge of new underground mine plans and extensions announced by Australia’s miners, the industry faces an imminent crisis due to reaching its bursting point, leading to a severe skills shortage. Australia’s underground mining expertise stands unrivaled globally; however, the industry’s future is jeopardized by years of under-investment and contractors compelled to operate on precarious profit margins. With Australian
According to the latest findings from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), there has been a significant surge in mineral exploration expenditure in both South Australia and Tasmania. In particular, mineral exploration spending in South Australia has surpassed a record that had stood for eleven years. Based on the ABS data, the exploration expenditure in the March quarter reached $64.2
This landmark deal requires approximately 215 of Australia’s most pollutant facilities, including coal mines and gas-fired power stations, to achieve an annual reduction of nearly 5% in their net emissions until 2030. While fossil fuels and mining play a vital role in Australia’s economy, efforts to mitigate carbon pollution have faced challenges due to political disputes in recent times. After
Australia, recognized as one of the top emitters of greenhouse gases per capita globally, recently enacted climate laws that aim to address the issue of major polluters. These laws mandate mines, smelters, and refineries to reduce their emissions by approximately 5% annually. According to Tommy Wiedmann, a sustainability expert at the University of New South Wales, the recent climate laws
Rio Tinto, the world’s second-largest producer of iron ore, has established one of the world’s most automated mines in Western Australia. However, the company still faces technical challenges to ensure a sustainable and profitable operation. Looking through the porthole, the Australian outback appears as a uniform plain of reddish gravel, punctuated with thorns and stunted bushes. In the heart of
Maintaining and repairing combine harvesters is essential for ensuring the longevity, efficiency, and safety of a farm’s harvesting operations. John Deere combines are some of the most reliable machines on the market. However, they still require regular servicing to keep them in top condition. This article will discuss why it is important to maintain these machines as well as why
At the gates of PERUMIN 35 “Mining Convention”, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) encourages Peruvians who work or want to dedicate themselves to the mining sector to study an undergraduate or master’s degree at an Australian university. Australia is a highly developed and attractive mining country in the global mining industry according to the Fraser Institute’s 2021 annual
Coking coal quotes in the Australian market rose slightly due to limited supply of raw materials due to adverse weather conditions. At the same time, demand from India, Indonesia and Turkey remained at a high level. Coking coal prices are also supported by rising demand for steel. Metallurgical plants replenish stocks of raw materials amid rising prices for steel products.
