FLEETS

Reaching new depths

Underground mines are progressing to deeper levels, as miners continue to expand their search ever downwards for higher-grade deposits. Nia Kajastie talks to drilling OEMs about the new challenges they’re facing as a result

 Inside the operator cabin of production drill rig Simba S7 from Epiroc

Inside the operator cabin of production drill rig Simba S7 from Epiroc

From face drilling rigs for underground development to long-hole production rigs, there's a wide range of equipment used in today's underground mines. Mines and mining contractors are looking for productive,...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the mining sector, brought to you by the Mining Magazine Intelligence team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the mining sector, brought to you by the Mining Magazine Intelligence team.

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Mining Magazine Intelligence Future Fleets Report 2024

The report paints a picture of the equipment landscape and includes detailed profiles of mines that are employing these fleets

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Mining Magazine Intelligence Digitalisation Report 2023

An in-depth review of operations that use digitalisation technology to drive improvements across all areas of mining production

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Mining Magazine Intelligence Automation Report 2023

An in-depth review of operations using autonomous solutions in every region and sector, including analysis of the factors driving investment decisions

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Mining Magazine Intelligence Exploration Report 2023 (feat. Opaxe data)

A comprehensive review of current exploration rates, trending exploration technologies, a ranking of top drill intercepts and a catalog of 2022 Initial Resource Estimates and recent discovery successes.