BHP Balances Autonomous Copper Expansion With Jimblebar Iron Ore Setback
BHP Group (ASX:BHP) has converted its Escondida Norte pit into a fully autonomous mining operation, reaching a major operational milestone. The company reports improvements in safety and productivity from autonomy at Escondida Norte, supporting its long term copper plans. At the same time, BHP is dealing with China's ongoing ban on Jimblebar iron ore, which is affecting sales into that market. The restriction on Jimblebar ore is prompting BHP to redirect volumes to other buyers, with...
BHP Group (ASX:BHP) has converted its Escondida Norte pit into a fully autonomous mining operation, reaching a major operational milestone. The company reports improvements in safety and productivity from autonomy at Escondida Norte, supporting its long term copper plans. At the same time, BHP is dealing with China's ongoing ban on Jimblebar iron ore, which is affecting sales into that market. The restriction on Jimblebar ore is prompting BHP to redirect volumes to other buyers, with...