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Mining technology news tracks the latest innovations reshaping how mines operate—from automation and robotics to AI, IoT, and data-driven decision-making. This category features updates on smart equipment, fleet management software, remote operations, and green tech improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Discover how tech leaders, OEMs, and mining firms are adapting to digital transformation and ESG requirements. Essential for engineers, tech strategists, and executives following the future of mining. Related categories: Mining Equipment, Underground Mining, and Mining Operations.

Exploration & Discovery • Dec 26, 2025

AVIRIS-5 Sensor Brings a New Approach to

The AVIRIS-5 sensor, developed by NASA, is helping scientists and industry experts identify important mineral resources by observing the Earth from high above, offering a smarter…

Mining Technology • Dec 20, 2025

Smart Mining Moves a Step Underground as

Smart mining moved a step closer to reality with the announcement that Ericsson and Rogers Communications are deploying a private 5G network at an operational test…

Base Metals • Dec 16, 2025

Critical Mineral Refinery Initiatives Gain

Critical mineral refinery projects gain momentum as the US expands mining deals and Korea Zinc considers a US-based processing joint venture.

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) • Dec 11, 2025

Indonesia Forest Mining Regulation: Heavier

Indonesia forest mining regulation brings strict penalties for illegal mining, enhancing enforcement and supporting long-term forest protection.

Asia Pacific • Dec 8, 2025

Lithium Refining Australia: Ambition Rises as

Australia’s push to scale lithium refining Australia capabilities entered a new phase this quarter as Canberra sharpened policy incentives and miners accelerated downstream plans. With lithium…

Mining Technology • Dec 5, 2025

Autonomous Mining: Why Global Adoption Remains

Autonomous mining adoption remains slow as high costs, infrastructure gaps and workforce challenges limit scaling, despite strong safety and efficiency gains.

Asia Pacific • Dec 1, 2025

India’s Push for Mongolian Coking Coal Runs

India’s interest in Mongolian coking coal has intensified as steelmakers confront rising demand and continued dependence on Australian supply. But early optimism in New Delhi is…

Asia Pacific • Nov 28, 2025

Women Mining India: A Quiet Workforce Shift

When the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) released new data at its 2025 conclave in Ranchi, the numbers showed a rare workforce pivot inside India’s…

Mining Technology • Nov 25, 2025

Hydrogen Mining Enters a New Phase

Hydrogen mining is technically proven, but hydrogen haul trucks face economic and insurance barriers before large-scale deployment.

Base Metals • Nov 20, 2025

Vedanta Saudi Mining: The Saudi Copper

How Vedanta Saudi mining and Saudi copper processing are reshaping global supply chains and mineral strategy under Vision 2030.

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