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Mining & Resources
With the iron ore price falling, is it time for the industry to consolidate?
This is part 2 of our question and answer session with CRU & Wood Mackenzie. To read part 1 please click here. The iron ore price continues to drop with many companies stripping costs in a bid to weather the storm. In the lead up to Perth's premier iron ore event, the Global Iron Ore…
3 Feb 2015, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Thunderbird is go! An inside look at Sheffield Resources flagship project
Sheffield Resources is a rapidly emerging mineral sands explorer and developer that is headquartered in Perth. Thunderbird, the company's flagship Mineral Sands project is amongst the largest and highest grade mineral sands discoveries in the last 30 years. With this in mind, Informa Insights had the pleasure to ask the Managing Director, Bruce McQuitty a few questions related to…
21 Jan 2015, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
What are the key iron ore themes and factors for 2015?
In the lead up to the 18th Annual Global Iron Ore & Steel Forecast we asked experts from CRU Analysis and Wood Mackenzie what they think are the key iron ore themes and factors for 2015. Here is what CRU's Iron Ore Team had to say: > The displacement cycle continues. Who’s next in line after…
14 Jan 2015, by Informa InsightsEnergy & Utilities | Mining & Resources | Planning & Design
3 Q&A’s with Geoff Ross of Airservices Australia
How does one manage 4 million flights a year through 11% of the world's airspace? Geoff Ross from Airservices Australia sheds some light about air traffic control rooms including the Integrated Tower Automation Suite (INTAS) project. Tell us a little about the INTAS Project? The delivery of services to the aviation industry by Airservices Australia…
12 Jan 2015, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
South Australia rides the resources wave and achieves record highs
Informa’s 8th Annual Mining South Australia conference took place in Whyalla last month, kicking off with a morning of comprehensive updates on developments and opportunities for the region’s mineral and petroleum industry. Despite current market conditions challenging Australia’s resource industry, South Australia’s resource industry had a positive tale to tell. Dr. Paul Heithersay of the…
17 Dec 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
What next for the iron ore industry?
The 7th Annual Americas Iron Ore conference that took place in Rio in early November opened with the recognition from the industry and its players that a “new era” for iron ore has begun. After the extraordinary 2010 high prices, the industry is now entering a new period of more subdued prices on the back…
9 Dec 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Slurry Pipelines Summit “re-energised” participants
On the 11th & 12th of November 2014, Informa ran the 4th Annual Slurry Pipelines Conference in Perth. It is the world’s only event to focus solely on mineral slurry pipelines and in particular the intricacies of their design, construction and maintenance. The event was very well received by delegates, speakers, exhibitors and other attendees,…
26 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Top 5 mining technologies used in Australia and abroad
Many industries are adopting new technologies worldwide that are helping them to drive down costs, improve productivity and optimise safety. Mining engineering is no different and there have been several exciting developments in the sector over the last few years that could transform how projects are carried out in the future. This article will outline…
12 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Jason Nitz from Newmont discusses the role of technology in mining operations
In the lead up to the Technology and Productivity in Mining Conference, we had the opportunity to ask Jason Nitz of Newmont a few questions. Jason shares his views and experience on topics including IT & OT, critical use of data in mining, system integration and technology implementation. Jason is also an avid blogger where he…
29 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-up: Dominic Collins, Global Integrated Operations
Dominic Collins, Partner at Global Integrated Operations will be speaking at the Technology & Productivity in Mining Conference to be held on the 2-3 December in Perth. Dominic is an experienced operational leader who is committed to helping organisations deliver culturally driven business transformations that unlock the benefits delivered through whole of supply-chain thinking and integration. Dom…
23 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsInforma Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
