Austmine has appointed Tony Davis as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2026, bringing more than 30 years’ senior executive experience across government and mining-related industrial, energy and advanced manufacturing sectors. Davis has a track record in building Australian mining equipment, technology and services (METS) capability in global markets, including export-oriented advanced manufacturing and energy technology projects. His appointment signals continued emphasis on technology-led productivity and supply-chain development for Australian METS companies serving large-scale open-pit and underground operations worldwide.

Sandvik has launched the CH442 and CH662 cone crushers at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas as the next evolution of its CH400 and CH600 series for hard rock and aggregates applications. The new models target higher uptime and reduced maintenance through upgraded hydraulic systems, improved liner configurations and optimised crushing chambers tailored for secondary and tertiary duties. For mine and quarry operators, the machines are positioned for tighter control of product size distribution and more stable performance in automated, high-throughput crushing circuits.

Komatsu has launched the HM460-6 articulated haul truck at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas, built around a new high-output powertrain and advanced traction control system to keep payloads moving over soft or uneven haul roads. The redesigned operator environment targets better visibility and control ergonomics, signalling a push towards higher cycle-time consistency on challenging ground conditions in quarrying and small to mid-scale mining. For mine planners and contractors, the focus is on more reliable material movement rather than simply higher peak capacity.