Metso has expanded its primary crushing line-up with three new machines: the Primarok™ next‑generation primary gyratory, the Optirok™ evolved primary jaw crusher, and the Durarok™ large sizer for high-capacity installations. The range targets different front‑end configurations, from deep open pits feeding large gyratories to operations preferring jaw‑based plants or low‑height sizer stations. For mine planners and process engineers, the trio broadens options for matching crusher type to ROM fragmentation, bench geometry and downstream throughput constraints.

Cementation Americas, Cementation Africa and Terra Nova Technologies (TNT) have entered a strategic ownership transition that commercially closed on 19 May, placing control of these underground mining, EPCM and materials handling specialists under a consortium led by South African investment group Differential Capital by 25 June 2026. The deal includes Merit Consultants International within Cementation Americas, consolidating shaft sinking, raiseboring, underground construction and overland conveyor expertise under a single investment umbrella. For mine developers, the move signals a more integrated offering across design-build, underground infrastructure and bulk materials handling on a global project basis.

Brazil Potash has awarded a second Front-End Engineering Design contract for mine shafts and underground development at its Autazes potash project in Amazonas State, Brazil, to WSP UK, with Redpath Deilmann as subconsultant for the shaft scope. The FEED package will define shaft configuration, sinking methodology and underground access layouts for the planned solution mining-style potash operation, de-risking detailed design and construction tendering. For geotechnical and shaft specialists, the appointment signals early engagement on ground control, lining design and water inflow management in challenging Amazon basin conditions.