Tag Archives: mining innovation

Hexagon Achieves Industry First with Level 9 Vehicle Intervention System Passing TRL4 Collision Prevention Testing Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s next-generation Vehicle Intervention System has successfully passed the University of Pretoria’s TRL4 testing, becoming the first open-pit Level 9 collision prevention solution to achieve this milestone. The independent verification confirms its ability to detect hazards and automatically … Read the full press release

Nokia and Boldyn Networks deploy private 5G at Callio FutureMINE to revolutionize safety and automation in underground mining

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and Boldyn Networks have deployed a private 5G network at Callio FutureMINE in Pyhäjärvi, Finland, converting one of Europe’s deepest mines into a testbed for next-generation mining innovation. The network, powered by Nokia’s Modular Private Wireless and … Read the full press release

Rio Tinto Drives Sustainability Dialogue at London Tech Week to Accelerate Innovation in Critical Materials

(IN BRIEF) Rio Tinto is the only mining company participating in London Tech Week 2025, where it will lead discussions on sustainable innovation, critical minerals, and ClimateTech. As part of its innovation strategy, Rio Tinto is actively engaging startups, universities, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Appoints Norma Vargas to Lead Mining Division in Chile and Argentina

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has named Norma Vargas as General Manager of its Mining division in Chile and Argentina, reinforcing its regional leadership with her three decades of experience in technology and mining operations. Formerly Director of Operations Technology at Codelco, … Read the full press release