Polymetallic Nodule Mining and the Future of Deep Sea Mineral Extraction
As the global demand for critical minerals continues to rise, attention is shifting toward unconventional sources, including polymetallic nodule mining on the ocean floor. Deep sea mining, a method of extracting valuable metals from mineral-rich formations on the seabed, is gaining traction as a possible solution to secure future supplies of essential resources used in […]
Copper Mining Projects and the Global Push for Electrification
Copper mining is playing a pivotal role in the global push for electrification, but the path from discovery to production remains complex and capital-intensive. As the global transition toward electrification and net-zero emissions accelerates, copper has taken centre stage in the mining sector. Its role as a cornerstone of clean energy infrastructure has placed increased […]
The Role of Public Affairs in Mining: Why Branding, Government Relations, and Media Matter
The Increasing Importance of Public Affairs in Mining Public affairs is becoming a critical function in the mining industry, particularly for companies navigating political risks, regulatory changes, and public perception challenges. Steve Virtue, a public affairs and communications executive with over 25 years of experience, recently joined Dig Deep The Mining Podcast to discuss how […]
Why Mining Matters for Your Daily Life
Introduction You and I know that without mining, the world as we know it would cease to exist. Many people outside the mining industry may not fully appreciate the significance of metals and minerals in sustaining their way of life. From the cars we drive to the smartphones we use, mined materials are essential to […]
Shaping the Future: The Evolution of Smart Mining
We’ve heard the term ‘Smart Mining’ mentioned a lot in recent years and we’ve had a number of conversations with mining professionals about smart mining, what is it and how they’re using it. A recent conversation with Charlie King, CEO of Tribe Tech, who are a disruptive developer and manufacturer of autonomous mining equipment, when […]
The Significance of Manganese: Uses in Steel, Batteries, and Beyond
What is Manganese? Manganese metal is a chemical element with the symbol Mn and atomic number 25. It is a silvery-grey metal that is commonly found in minerals and is essential for various industrial applications. It is a hard, but very brittle metal, and it is also very hard to melt. When pure, it can […]
Rare Earth Elements Role in the Energy Transition
Rare Earth Elements are a group of metals that play a pivotal role in our modern lives and the green energy transition. In this article we’re going to dig deeper into REE’s and their role in the energy transition. Firstly, What are Rare Earth Elements (REEs)? Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are a group of seventeen […]
Is Coal Becoming Obsolete or an Important Part of the Energy Mix
Life as we know it is unimaginable without electricity. We’d be unable to light our homes, workplaces, leisure facilities, and streets and we’d be unable to use most of the equipment and technology we use in our everyday lives, imagine a world without a mobile phone or computer, unimaginable right? A Little Background Since […]
The Value Of Start-Ups To The Mining Industry
The mining industry is a world leader when it comes to certain types of innovation, notably in the areas of automation and water use. However, much of this innovation wouldn’t be possible without start-ups. When New Year’s Eve 2017/18 rolled around, there were some 200 start-ups globally working on mining-related projects. Many of them are […]
Geologists – Do They Have A Future In Mining?
Career options for geologists have come a long way over the past few decades as the march of technology offers more and more opportunities beyond the traditional exploration and mining options. Where once upon a time a geologist could expect to spend their working years specialising in either finding minerals or figuring out the best […]