Author name: Oliver Harris

Missouri’s mining industry, a sector with a history stretching back three centuries, has left an indelible mark on the state’s landscape and communities. The industry’s early days saw settlers drawn to the region’s rich deposits of iron, lead, and co

The U.S. is making a concerted push to reduce its dependence on China for rare earth minerals, a critical component in everything from smartphones to military aircraft. The White House is pursuing a strategy that blends private industry with governme

Hexagon’s Mining division is making waves in the industry, not just for its technological advancements, but for the tangible impact these innovations are having on productivity, safety, and sustainability. The company’s recent string of awards and no

In the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range, Mesabi Metallics has unveiled a new colossus to its mining fleet, signaling a potential shift in the region’s mining landscape. The Komatsu 980E-5 Haul Truck, one of the largest mining vehicles globally, is the

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shed light on the dual-edged sword of technological advancement in the mining industry, emphasizing the need for careful management to protect workers’ psychosocial health. Dr. Eden Li’s study, publi

The burgeoning space mining industry is at a crossroads, with the current international legal framework struggling to keep pace with rapid technological advancements and private sector ambitions. The Outer Space Treaty (OST) of 1967, a cornerstone of

Locksley Resources Ltd has formalised a research collaboration with Columbia University, a leading U.S. institution in sustainable mineral processing, to advance next-generation recovery and separation of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and other critical

In the rolling hills of South China, a humble fern has sparked a potential revolution in the mining industry. The Blechnum orientale, a plant known for its ability to absorb metals, has revealed an extraordinary talent: it forms rare earth element (R

Great Atlantic Resources Corp. has provided an operational update on its bulk sample program at the Jaclyn Main Zone (JMZ) within the Golden Promise property in central Newfoundland. The program, conducted in partnership with Novamera Inc., has faced

Europe could soon turn its gaze towards the stars for its mining needs, as the European Commission’s September 2025 Foresight Report suggests that competition for critical raw materials might drive the bloc to explore space mining, with the Moon as a