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Master Drilling aligning with opencast mines going underground in changing world 
By: Martin Creamer 26th August 2020 South Africa-based drilling company Master Drilling, which is active in 23 countries, is aligning itself with the transitioning global requirement... →
Third of labour force let go – Master Drilling
By: Martin Creamer 25th August 2020 The Covid-19 crisis resulted in drilling company Master Drilling having to let go a third of its labour force in the world, Master Drilling CEO... →
Master Drilling’s net half-year operating cash up 100%
By: Martin Creamer 25th August 2020 Net cash generated from operating activities in the six months to June 30 increased 100% to $11.1-million amid unprecedented Covid-19 disruptions,... →
Technology and sustainability are inextricably linked, says Kumba tech head
By: Martin Creamer 18th August 2020 Technology and sustainability go hand-in-hand, says Kumba Iron Ore technical and projects executive head Glen Mc Gavigan. “In my view, you can’t... →
All-female exploration crew drilling for iron-ore in Northern Cape
By: Martin Creamer 29th July 2020 An all-female exploration crew has commenced drilling activities on two new prospecting sites in the Northern Cape, where Kumba Iron Ore, with its... →
Kumba, Anglo boards approve new R7bn iron-ore project at Kolomela
By: Martin Creamer 28th July 2020 Iron-ore mining and marketing company Kumba Iron Ore on Tuesday announced the approval of the Kapstevel South project at its Kolomela mine, by both... →
Labour Appeal Court ruling underscores the importance of safety in mining
22nd July 2020 The Labour Appeal Court has ruled that it is justifiable to dismiss mine employees for a first-time offence of disregarding safety rules, given the... →
Master Drilling expects earnings fall
By: Martin Creamer 8th June 2020 Rock boring and drilling services provider Master Drilling has advised shareholders of an earnings fall. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed... →
