SRK Global, RGC announce passing of founder Dr Andy Robertson

Mining industry geotechnical and environmental engineering services company Robertson GeoConsultants (RGC) and engineering consultancy SRK Global have announced the passing of the companies'... 

Katanning gold project, Australia – update

Ausgold has announced plans to raise A$12-million in a share placement to fund resource expansion drilling at its Katanning gold project. 

Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo

Ivanhoe Mines has reported that Phase 1 and 2 of the copper complex are approaching full capacity. 

Platreef palladium/rhodium/nickel/platinum/copper/gold project, South Africa – update

Construction on the Phase 1 concentrator has started, with first production scheduled for the third quarter of 2024. 

Kola potash project, Congo-Brazzaville – update

Discussions are continuing towards finalising terms for the engineering, procurement and construction contract at Kola. 

Prieska copper/zinc project, South Africa – update

Orion is investigating the potential to bring forward the start of production at the Prieska project. 

Youanmi gold project, Australia – update

Rox Resources and Venus Metals have struck a deal that will consolidate the ownership of the Youanmi gold project. 

Low infrastructure investment puts local skills levels at risk

The local consulting engineers sector boasts a high level of skills and capacity, however, lack of investment in infrastructure development has resulted in the industry struggling to retain and...