Tag Archives: mining

Blockchain aims to boost transparency in coloured gems

February 28, 2019

As part of an ongoing initiative to increase traceability in the gemstone industry, the Provence Proof Blockchain was launched at the recent American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) Tucson gem show in Arizona.

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Mountain Province appoints vice-president of exploration

November 26, 2018

Tom McCandless, a seasoned mining expert with more than 40 years of mineral exploration experience, has joined the Mountain Province Diamonds team.

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De Beers aims to up spending in Northwest Territories

July 10, 2018

De Beers Canada plans to funnel more of the Gahcho Kué mine’s spending into the Northwest Territories economy, the company reported in a recent press release.

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Belgian royals explore Canadian diamond mining process

March 20, 2018

A recent visit to Canada from Belgium’s King Filip and Queen Mathilde highlighted the value of the diamond trading relationship between the two countries.

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Staying strong: Projecting a bright future for diamonds

February 22, 2018

They say history repeats itself, and that it’s a fool’s errand to attempt to predict the future, but it is still worth asking: in the diamond industry, where are we and where are we headed?

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Acquisition adds 2 million oz of gold to Kinross resource estimates

December 13, 2017

Toronto-based mining company Kinross Gold has gained mineral rights to the Gilmore parcel of land located adjacent to its Fort Knox mine in Alaska.

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Rio Tinto appoints new president of Diavik Diamond Mines

March 28, 2017

Patrick Boitumelo has been appointed president and chief operating officer of Diavik Diamond Mines.

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Gahcho Kué mine begins commercial production

March 2, 2017

The Gahcho Kué mine, a joint venture between De Beers Group and Mountain Province Diamonds, has officially began commercial production and is expected to produce approximately 54 million carats of rough diamonds.

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First artisanal, small-scale mining co-operative in Africa becomes Fairtrade certified

November 2, 2016

Syanyonja Artisan Miners’ Alliance (SAMA) has become the first artisanal, small-scale gold mining co-operative in Africa to become Fairtrade certified under a Fairtrade Foundation pilot project. This certification brings hope to individuals risking their lives to mine gold from around Lake Victoria in East Africa.

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World’s largest ammolite mine enters production

October 18, 2016

Korite, the world’s largest producer of gem-grade ammolite, has expanded its mining operations to increase production. The opening of this additional land in southern Alberta will allow the company to meet demand for this uniquely Canadian stone and will create opportunities in the province’s challenging job market.

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