Find Forward-Thinking Perspectives at MN 2026

Take advantage of relevant technical sessions and endless networking opportunities at the 2026 SME Minnesota Conference this April in Duluth, MN.

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Grab a copy of exciting new works covering The Art and Science of the Flowsheet, Modeling and Simulation of Mineral Processing Systems, and more!

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Enrollment for the SME Mentoring Program is open through March 23, 2026. Make a difference and connect with the people driving the industry.

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Highlighting cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and the transformative impact of innovation on mining operations.

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March 23, 2026

Iron ore miners could face billions more in fuel costs...

Iron ore miners are at risk of incurring billions of dollars more in fuel costs if diesel prices continue to...

March 23, 2026

US, Japan to focus rare earths cooperation on select...

The U.S. and Japan on Thursday released an action plan for their efforts to develop alternatives to China for...

March 20, 2026

Mining Engineering’s Weekly Rundown: Episode 44...

Welcome to Mining Engineering’s Weekly Rundown, where we break down the latest news shaping the mining...

March 19, 2026

Freeport to seek permit for $7.5 billion mine expansion,...

U.S. miner Freeport-McMoRan is due to begin the process of obtaining an environmental permit for a $7.5...

March 18, 2026

US in talks with Brazil on critical minerals, US diplomat...

The United States is in talks with Brazil to reach a deal on critical mineral supply chains, U.S. Chargé...

March 18, 2026

BHP’s newly appointed CEO says to focus on Americas in...

BHP Group on Wednesday named senior executive Brandon Craig as its next CEO as the mining industry undergoes...

March 16, 2026

United States Forest Service and Resolution Copper...

The U.S. Forest Service and Resolution Copper, a joint venture owned by Rio Tinto and BHP that represents one...

March 16, 2026

Energy Department Announces $500 Million to Strengthen...

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) today...

March 13, 2026

Mining Engineering’s Weekly Rundown: Episode 43...

Welcome to Mining Engineering’s Weekly Rundown, where we break down the latest news shaping the mining...

March 13, 2026

Chile, US eye collaboration on rare earths and other...

Chile and the U.S. have signed a joint statement to begin discussions on rare earths and other types of...

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