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Issue 72 | SEPTEMBER 2018
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Mining in 2017
A PwC report reveals that 2017 was astonishingly good for mining companies
Opening up North Korea
The country’s mineral riches estimated to be worth $6tn could soon be within reach
Critical minerals scarcity
President Trump has identified critical minerals deemed integral to US security
The cyber threat
97% of mining companies admitted their cybersecurity does not meet their needs
5G: unlocking autonomy
Volvo CE and Telia are piloting 5G mobile technology in deep mines
Does sand mining exacerbate flooding?
Was flood damage caused by Hurricane Harvey exacerbated by sand mining?
Overview of South African mining
The country’s mining industry is of critical importance, yet it is still dangerous for workers