Work disruptions continue on South Africa’s Bushveld
Disgruntled employees have once again disrupted mining operations on South Africa’s Bushveld Complex, with Platmin (PPN-T) being the latest target.
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Aurizon Mines – David Hall resigning as president & CEO on Aug. 15, but will continue as chairman; George Paspalas to be appointed president and CEO on Aug. 15.
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St Andrew gets a lift from Taylor
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Randy Turner: Reflections of a diamond industry pioneer
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Rockwell ramping up Tirisano
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Lustre returns to Harry Winston
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