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Sean Ashcroft

Supply Chain Editor-in-Chief

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Sean Ashcroft is Editor-in-Chief, Industries, writing across Mining, Construction & Healthcare. Prior to this he was Editor-in-Chief, Supply Chain & Procurement. He has been a journalist for 30 years, working in local, national and international newspapers, and newsstand magazines, as well as in corporate communications.  

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Intel Ridding its Supply Chain of Conflict Minerals

Intel first began to work towards responsibly sourced conflict minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo and adjoining countries about 12 years

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IEF on 'Paradox' of Mining's Role in Quest for Clean Energy

International Energy Forum says mining is the 'paradox' at heart of quest for clean energy but recognises the industry is addressing sustainability issues

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ABB Reduces its Industrial e-Waste Impact

Leading global engineering company ABB – with strong mining presence – cuts industrial e-waste by promoting reuse and recycling in a push for circularity

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Mining Automation Drives Efficiency and Safety Gains

Komatsu and ABB among companies leading way as drilling tech innovation - including automated rigs & drone exploration - transform mining industry

Interviews by Sean Ashcroft

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Neal Froneman

CEO & Executive Director at Sibanye-Stillwater Industry

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Top 10: Modular Mining Construction Companies

Top modular mining construction companies include BOXX Modular, Modulaire Group, Fleetwood, Red Sea Housing, Dexterra, Touax, Mammoet, Dorce and Ausco

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Top 10: World's Biggest Mining Companies

World's biggest mining companies include CMOC, Hindalco, Anglo American, Aluminum Corporation of China, Zijin Mining Group, Vale SA and Rio Tinto

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Top 10: Mining Companies Cybersecurity Strategies

Among mining companies leading the way on cybersecurity measures are BHP, Anglo American, Fortescue, Teck Resources, Antofagasta, Kinross Gold & South32

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Top 10: Mining Infrastructure Construction Companies

Top mining infrastructure construction companies include CCCC, Bechtel, AECOM, Quanta Services, Jacobs Solutions, Fluor Corporation and SNC-Lavalin