Sean Ashcroft
Supply Chain Editor-in-Chief
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.
Articles by Sean Ashcroft
Intel first began to work towards responsibly sourced conflict minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo and adjoining countries about 12 years
International Energy Forum says mining is the 'paradox' at heart of quest for clean energy but recognises the industry is addressing sustainability issues
Leading global engineering company ABB – with strong mining presence – cuts industrial e-waste by promoting reuse and recycling in a push for circularity
Komatsu and ABB among companies leading way as drilling tech innovation - including automated rigs & drone exploration - transform mining industry
Interviews by Sean Ashcroft
Lists by Sean Ashcroft
Top modular mining construction companies include BOXX Modular, Modulaire Group, Fleetwood, Red Sea Housing, Dexterra, Touax, Mammoet, Dorce and Ausco
World's biggest mining companies include CMOC, Hindalco, Anglo American, Aluminum Corporation of China, Zijin Mining Group, Vale SA and Rio Tinto
Among mining companies leading the way on cybersecurity measures are BHP, Anglo American, Fortescue, Teck Resources, Antofagasta, Kinross Gold & South32
Top mining infrastructure construction companies include CCCC, Bechtel, AECOM, Quanta Services, Jacobs Solutions, Fluor Corporation and SNC-Lavalin