Epiroc is consolidating its reverse circulation drilling range by unifying its existing RC tools with the AirDrill hammer and bit line into a single AirDrill-branded portfolio. The move standardises product naming and specifications across markets, making it easier for mine and exploration teams to select compatible RC hammers and bits for specific hole diameters and ground conditions. For contractors operating mixed fleets, a single global portfolio should simplify procurement, inventory management and technical support for RC drilling consumables.

Palabora Mining Company has upgraded its medium-voltage network with ABB equipment and long-term service support to stabilise power supply at its copper mining and smelting complex in Limpopo, one of South Africa’s highest-demand electrical mining environments. The project focuses on modern protection, control and switching on the MV network, improving fault detection and isolation compared with legacy gear. Higher network reliability directly supports hoisting, crushing and smelting uptime, while reduced manual switching and better arc-flash protection improve electrical safety for maintenance crews.

CITIC Heavy Industries has entered the mobile mining equipment market on its 70th anniversary with the launch of two rigid mining trucks, expanding beyond its established portfolio of AG/SAG mills, ball mills, crushers, vertical mills and mine hoists. The move positions the Chinese OEM to offer both mineral processing lines and pit haulage fleets from a single supplier, targeting large open-pit operations. For mine planners and procurement teams, this could introduce new competition to established truck vendors and enable tighter integration between plant throughput and haulage capacity.