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Mining & Resources
Queensland invites investment from mining companies
More mining engineering projects could be set for Queensland in the near future, with the state government urging companies in the industry to invest. Natural resources and mines assistant minister Lisa France said the Newman government is working hard to make Queensland an attractive spot for mining firms. Ms France highlighted the importance of the…
31 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
South Africa to foster economic growth through iron ore beneficiation
Earlier this year, the South African government gave local beneficiation of minerals a boost by introducing a research and development (R&D) tax incentive as part of the nation’s long-term economic strategy. The tax incentive, which will provide an income tax deduction of up to 50% to eligible companies, is designed to encourage improved local technology…
29 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Industry experts deem Nickel Pig Iron innovations the most pressing issue for 2014
The global nickel market is currently facing a number of challenges and uncertainties. In the last edition of International Mining & Metals (IMM) Insights we asked our readers what they consider the most pressing issue the industry is facing in 2014. With 56% of the votes, Nickel Pig Iron (NPI) innovations clearly dominate the field.…
29 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
How BC Iron grew from $6m to $550m market capitalisation in only 5 years
In only 5 years BC Iron has made the successful transition from exploration company to a 6 million tonne per annum iron ore operation. In the lead up to the Global Iron Ore & Steel Forecast conference we had the chance to speak to the company’s Managing Director Morgan Ball about BC Iron’s enablers for…
28 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-Up: Kleber Silva
Kleber Silva is the Head of Iron Ore Mining at Arcelor Mittal Global. Previously, he was the general manager of mining operations in Brazil. Prior to joining the group in 2006, he held the same position at the Brazilian mining company CVRD. From 1997 to 1999 Mr Silva was mine planning and operations specialist at Québec Cartier…
24 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Mining output hits record highs in WA
Mining training could be paying off for many Western Australian (WA) companies, as the state's resources industry recorded its second strongest financial performance on record. The WA mineral and petroleum sector was worth $103 billion in 2012-13, making it the third year in a row that its value has risen above $100 billion. Mines and…
23 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
APPEA: Oil and gas training should be a priority
Oil and gas training should be made a priority in the wake of the federal election, an industry group has suggested. The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) claimed oil and gas training is one of several areas where the new government could provide the resources sector with the tools to experience further growth.…
21 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
How can SA benefit from new developments in the resource sector?
In the lead up to our 7th Annual Mining South Australia Conference, we will be showcasing 3 editions of interviews with the event’s key supporter organisations: Civil Contractors Federation SA, Whyalla Chamber of Commerce & Industry, South Australia Freight Council, Port Pirie Regional Council & Whyalla City Council. In this third and last edition, we asked…
20 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Wind turbine noise: Integrating research with policy and R&D
The wind turbine industry has been exposed to extensive media coverage and some public scrutiny in regards to noise exposure. Some critics are concerned that wind turbine noise or so-called infrasound may have negative health effects and diminish property values. Yet there is little published research that confirms “objective noise measurements”. Dr Con Doolan, Associate…
18 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication | Mining & Resources
Janet Yellen ‘has the leadership skills for US Fed top job’
All eyes are on Janet Yellen as she could potentially become the first woman to chair the US Federal Reserve. Despite some commentators describing the economist as timid, Washington Post columnist Jena McGregor has sprung to her defence, highlighting her leadership skills in particular. Yellen faced competition early in the running from fellow economist Larry…
17 Oct 2013, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
