Advanced shaft-sinking technology thrusts mining into new era 🔒
A deep roar, like that coming from a jet airliner’s engines on take-off, and the rattle of broken rock sucked into a large steel drum mark the test site of what could be a quick and safe way to sink a mine shaft.
Mining companies around the world are searching for fresh ways to extract minerals, ranging from changes in water use, hauling rock and finding safer, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly ways of mining.A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as exclusive Financial Times articles, Morningstar financial data, and digital access to the Sunday Times and Times Select.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
10 tips to protect yourself from cybercrimesWhile WiFi hotspots and new technologies such as apps have made banking easily accessible to the public, they also carry certain risks.
Read more »
Afrimat says diversification is paying off as dividend almost doublesDemaneng iron ore mine helps boost operating profit 56.9%
Read more »
Partners want rejuvenation of Nedlac for new eraLeadership challenges, slow processes and exclusion of Saftu cast a shadow over the 24-year-old institution
Read more »
US legislators House votes to advance Trump impeachment processThe chamber voted to formalise the process, which provides for opportunities for Donald Trump’s lawyers to cross-examine witnesses
Read more »
Speculation rife over likely bidder for MponengSpeculation rife over likely bidder for Mponeng| The world’s deepest gold mine is up for grabs, and those companies with deep pockets are in the race for the prized asset.
Read more »