Category Archives: Metals and Minerals

Metals and Minerals Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Garpenberg Mine Prepares for Autonomous Rock Transport with Boliden and Volvo Autonomous Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Boliden, a prominent mining and smelting company, has teamed up with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) in a strategic partnership aimed at introducing autonomous transport solutions in Boliden’s mining operations. Their first project will be initiated at the Garpenberg … Read the full press release

EU-Funded Remediation Project Tackles Legacy Uranium Mining Sites in Uzbekistan

(IN BRIEF) Remediation work at legacy uranium mining sites in Uzbekistan is being funded by a €9 million grant from the Environmental Remediation Account for Central Asia (ERA), established by the European Union (EU) and managed by the European Bank … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ’s Advanced Rolling Mill to Boost ArcelorMittal’s E-Mobility Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a leading international technology group, has secured a major contract from ArcelorMittal in France to provide a cutting-edge reversible 6-high cold-rolling mill for processing high-grade non-oriented silicon steel strip (NGO) used in electric motors for e-mobility. This … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Announces Shareholders’ Nomination Board Members for Board of Directors Composition Proposals

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu’s Shareholders’ Nomination Board is responsible for proposing the composition of the Board of Directors and director remuneration for the Annual General Meeting. The Nomination Board is comprised of representatives from the four largest shareholders based on the … Read the full press release

Montachem International Enters Compostable Materials Market with Seaweed Resins Company Loliware

PARTNERSHIP TO MAKE SEAWEED RESINS WIDELY AVAILABLE, LAUNCH LOLIWARE IN EUROPE (IN BRIEF) Montachem International is partnering with Loliware, a U.S.-based materials science company, to venture into the compostable materials market using seaweed resins. This move introduces Loliware’s innovative seaweed-based … Read the full press release

Hydro’s Norwegian Aluminium Smelters Lead the Way with New Energy Efficiency Measures

(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a leading aluminium producer, is taking significant steps to enhance energy efficiency across its five aluminium smelters in Norway. The measures will lead to a reduction in electricity consumption, starting with the installation of LED lights and … Read the full press release

MYTILINEOS Collaborates with SKEP to Promote Disability Awareness in Attica Schools, Earns Recognition at Responsible Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) MYTILINEOS Energy & Metals has collaborated with the Association of Social Responsibility for Children and Youth (SKEP) to support the “Focus on the Person” Disability Awareness Educational Program in Attica schools during the 2022-2023 school year. The program … Read the full press release

Hydro’s Sunndal Aluminium Plant Aims to Cut Emissions with Local Biomethane Integration

(IN BRIEF) Hydro’s aluminum plant in Sunndal, Norway, aims to replace fossil fuels with local biomethane resources to cut emissions in the production process. The initiative is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 20,000 tonnes annually, contributing to Hydro’s goal … Read the full press release

voestalpine AG’s Management Board: Renewed Mandates and New Appointments for Continued Growth

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine AG’s Supervisory Board has made significant decisions regarding its Management Board, reappointing three existing members and introducing two new members. Herbert Eibensteiner will continue as Chairman of the Management Board for another five years, with Hubert Zajicek … Read the full press release

Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari Unveil Iconic Collaboration: Aluminum Craftsmanship Meets Signature Red in Historic Collection

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari have collaborated to create a collection that combines their iconic brands. The collaboration highlights the strengths of both companies – Bang & Olufsen’s excellence in aluminum craftsmanship and Ferrari’s renowned red color. The … Read the full press release

Carmeuse Buffington Operation Supports Back-to-School with Donation of Supplies

(IN BRIEF) Buffington, part of Carmeuse, has extended its support to the local community by contributing to a “Back-to-School” initiative. Recognizing the challenges students face as they start a new school year, the Boys and Girls Club of Gary, Indiana … Read the full press release

Carmeuse’s Mine Rescue Teams Excel at KMI Competition, Demonstrating Safety Expertise

(IN BRIEF) Carmeuse’s mine rescue teams, the Luttrell Rangers and Black River Bandits, showcased their skills and expertise at the Kentucky Mining Institute (KMI) Rescue Competition in Lexington. Competing against other teams, the Rangers achieved an impressive third-place finish overall, … Read the full press release

Carmeuse Supports Abbey Rose Foundation 5K Trail Run/Walk to Prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

(IN BRIEF) Carmeuse Huron Operation continued its tradition of supporting regional 5K races by participating in the Abbey Rose Foundation 5K Trail Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run. The event, held at Fabens Park in Huron, Ohio, saw participants navigating diverse … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Operator Alertness System Debuts Underground, Championed by MMG for Enhanced Miner Safety

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has partnered with MMG, a global base metals producer, to launch the HxGN MineProtect Operator Alertness System (OAS) in an underground mining context. This marks the first use of such technology in underground mines. Deployed in MMG’s … Read the full press release

Hydro Initiates Greener Sweden Project, Transitioning to Renewable Energy in Swedish Factories

(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a company specializing in aluminium solutions, has commenced the installation of solar panels and battery storage systems at its Swedish extrusions’ factories in Vetlanda, Sjunnen, and Finspång. The project, named Greener Sweden, aims to transition these factories … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Launches Innovative Carbon Capture Plant at Austrian Steel Mill for Sustainable CO2 Circular Economy

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ has introduced its first carbon capture plant to the steel industry. The plant, located at voestalpine’s steel mill in Linz, Austria, utilizes an amine-based process to extract carbon dioxide from flue gases produced during … Read the full press release

Bosch Engineering Unveils Cutting-Edge Assistance Systems for Safer and More Efficient Mining Machinery at steinexpo 2023

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering is presenting advanced assistance systems for deep and open-cast mining machinery at steinexpo 2023. These systems aim to enhance safety by reducing accidents and improving work efficiency. The company has developed modular sensors and systems that … Read the full press release

Port of Newport Maintains Dominance as Leading UK Steel Port for Seventh Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Newport, part of Associated British Ports (ABP), has retained its position as the UK’s premier steel port for the seventh consecutive year. Recent statistics from the UK Department for Transport’s Port Freight Annual Statistics for … Read the full press release

Tibnor, Subsidiary of SSAB, Plans Cost-saving Measures Including Staff Reduction to Improve Profitability

(IN BRIEF) Tibnor, a subsidiary of SSAB, has announced plans to adjust its operations in response to lower demand and profitability. The measures, intended to achieve annual cost savings of around SEK 150 million, will encompass all Tibnor business areas … Read the full press release

Finnish Company Outokumpu Leads Industry in Sustainability with First-Ever Environmental Product Declaration for Ferrochrome Production

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, possessing the EU’s largest chromite reserves, sets a new sustainability benchmark by becoming the first ferrochrome producer to release an environmental product declaration (EPD) for its ferrochrome production process. The EPD, a verified and comprehensive assessment, showcases … Read the full press release