{"id":81823,"date":"2024-03-20T05:45:13","date_gmt":"2024-03-20T05:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalroadtechnology.com\/\/?p=81823"},"modified":"2024-03-20T05:45:51","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T05:45:51","slug":"cyclone-megans-impact-hits-south32s-manganese-operations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalroadtechnology.com\/cyclone-megans-impact-hits-south32s-manganese-operations\/","title":{"rendered":"Cyclone Megan Hits Pause on South32\u2019s Manganese Operations"},"content":{"rendered":"

South32 has started assessing the impact of Cyclone Megan on its GEMCO manganese operations in northern Australia. <\/span>The company temporarily suspended operations at the site and confirmed that the mine will remain closed until further notice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As a category three Tropical Cyclone, Megan made landfall in the Gulf of Carpenteria, stranding hundreds of people in the remote Northern Territory. <\/span>Initial damage assessments indicate flooding in the GEMCO mining pits, significant damage to a critical haul road bridge, and suspected substantial structural damage to the pier and port infrastructure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

South32 is evaluating alternative shipping arrangements while the full impact of the damage is being assessed. <\/span><\/h4>\n

The company aims to return to safe operations as soon as possible and will provide a further update in its March quarterly report.\u00a0<\/span>While the work is underway, South32 has withdrawn its manganese guidance. <\/span>GEMCO is one of the largest manganese ore producers in the world, producing 5.9 million tonnes of the metal worth $1.53 billion in the 2022-23 financial year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The mine is strategically located near export markets in Asia. <\/span>Cyclone Megan has been downgraded to a tropical depression and was expected to deliver heavy rains to the NT\u2019s outback regions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fortescue Sets Sail with Green Marine Fuels<\/span><\/h2>\n

Fortescue has again cemented its reputation as a leader in clean energy innovation, using ammonia as a marine fuel on the Fortescue Green Pioneer vessel in the Port of Singapore. <\/span>To conduct the dual-fuel trial, the ship was loaded with liquid ammonia and diesel from a facility at Vopak Banyan Terminal on Jurong Island.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The seven-week trial included rigorous testing of the ammonia storage systems, piping, gas fuel delivery system, retrofitted engines, and general seaworthiness of the Fortescue Green Pioneer. <\/span>According to Fortescue’s chair, Andrew Forrest, the success of the Fortescue Green Pioneer proves that \u201csafe, technical solutions for ammonia power engines exist\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

He added that \u201cglobal emitters should start paying fair carbon prices for heavy fuels used in traditional shipping, which should provide clear investment signals to drive green investment.\u201d <\/span>The MPA’s CEO, Teo Eng Dih, said, “The safe conduct of this fuel trial supports the assessment of using ammonia as a marine fuel and the development of standards and safety procedures.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The Fortescue Green Pioneer made its maiden voyage from Singapore to Dubai in December 2023 for COP28.<\/span><\/h4>\n

It symbolised the technology solutions and regulatory changes required to decarbonise shipping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortescue is now calling for the world’s ports to become capable of pollution-free shipping, as green ammonia is emerging as a bulk marine fuel.\u00a0<\/span>Andrew Forrest said he \u201clooks to the leadership of the world\u2019s ports to make it clear that running the world\u2019s global shipping on dirty bunker fuel has to stop, as a pollution-free alternative is available.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Shipowners have ordered several dual-fueled ammonia vessels from Fortescue to date.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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MinRes and Lithium Australia Launch LieNA Pilot<\/span><\/h2>\n

Australian Lithium and Mineral Resources are exploring a new technology for lithium production called LieNA.\u00a0<\/span>During the LieNA process, fine spodumene is fed into an autoclave, reacting with caustic soda to form a synthetic lithium sodalite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lithium is then separated from the sodalite through a simple solid\/liquid separation step.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

If successful, the LieNA technology joint venture has the potential to process years\u2019 worth of lithium tailings to extract fine spodumene for refinement.\u00a0<\/span>According to Lithium Australia CEO and Managing Director Simon Linge, \u201cThe announcement marks a significant milestone in the joint venture with MinRes\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cLieNA has significant potential at new and existing lithium mines, and the royalty model is expected to materially expand the company\u2019s addressable market, capturing a fee on all tonnage processed using LieNA.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Once the pilot program is successfully completed, Lithium Australia and MinRes will form an equal joint venture (JV) partnership to commercialise the LieNA technology.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lithium Australia\u2019s mission is to lead and enable the global transition to sustainable lithium production.\u00a0<\/span>The company operates one of Australia\u2019s leading battery recyclers, produces critical battery material lithium ferro phosphate, and has developed a patented lithium extraction technology.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dust suppression is a critical issue in the world of mining and resources.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Learn more about GRT\u2019s industry-leading and IoT-connected\u00a0SMART Dosing Units<\/a>, and discover how we\u2019re driving better dust suppression solutions for all!<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to talk with an expert, simply\u00a0contact us<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your feedback is important to us.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you enjoyed reading this Global Road Technology industry update and found it informative, please let us know by leaving a\u00a0REVIEW<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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References:<\/span><\/h3>\n

https:\/\/announcements.asx.com.au\/asxpdf\/20240320\/pdf\/061p6mv1ncg30q.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/fortescue.com\/news-and-media\/news\/2024\/03\/15\/world-s-first-use-of-ammonia-as-a-marine-fuel-in-a-dual-fueled-ammonia-powered-vessel-in-the-port-of-singapore<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/announcements.asx.com.au\/asxpdf\/20240319\/pdf\/061n3bqmdbm32k.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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