Mountain Pass Mine comes back under the guidance of MP Materials.
The Mountain Pass Mine in California is a resilient one, rife with stories of mining’s past, present and future. What started as a uranium project in 1952 is back in production and could soon be poised to possibly become one of the most reliable sources for rare earth elements (REE) in the Western Hemisphere and certainly in the United States.
MP Materials, the current owners of the mine, announced in July a plan to combine with Fortress Value Acquisition Corp. to create a combined company with an estimated $1.5 billion post-transaction equity valuation.
“I think this transaction establishes MP Materials as the western champion in the full rare earth supply chain,” James Litinsky, the incoming chairman and chief executive officer of MP Materials, told Mining Engineering.
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Young Leaders Spotlight
Scott Hutchins is a Senior Engineer for Komatsu in the Global Mining Solutions Division. Scott focuses on leading cross organizational and customer driven teams and initiatives relating to continuous improvement projects in productivity, reliability, and technology across the surface equipment product lines. He was a pilot member of a Komatsu/Rio Tinto productivity program in Rio Tinto Coal Australia that has been adopted globally between Komatsu and major mining companies.
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India Mining Journal Available to SME Members
Through a partnership with MEAI, members can download issues of the Mining Engineers' Journal (MEJ) in the SME Community. The Mining Engineers' Association of India (MEAI) is the largest professional body in India with over 5,000 members.
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Swing into Action: Become a Golf Sponsor Today
New sponsorships have been added for the Oct. 2 Tournament, making it easier than ever to get your company involved. Priced from $250-$5,000, there is something for everyone! Support the Foundation and SIGN UP TODAY!
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Stay Ahead of the Curve with SME's MME Journal
Stay ahead of the curve with the Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration journal, now with impact factor of 1.020. Your August issue is online with 35 technical papers spanning the mining and minerals industry. Read and download, complimentary for SME members!
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Calling all Industrial Minerals & Aggregates Division Members!
Make time to connect with your SME colleagues. Join IMAD Division Chair Steve Stokowski, SME Staff Liaison Carol Kiser and fellow IMAD Division members for a virtual Happy Hour on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 3:30 pm MDT. Bring a snack or beverage of your choice. Watch for other division opportunities like this in the coming months.
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Help Shape the Conference Program – MINEXCHANGE Call for Papers is Open
Share your expertise and help contribute to the dynamic technical program. Aug. 1 is the deadline to submit abstracts for consideration. For more information on abstract submissions, please visit the MINEXCHANGE website or contact authors@smenet.org.
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Take the Next Step in your Mine Safety Career
Earn your Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) credential and become a part of the exclusive group dedicated to high level mine safety and health. The CMSP Review Course will be held Sept. 17-19 at SME Headquarters in Denver, CO. You will be able to attend remotely or in person.
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Register Now for the P.E. Review Course
Prepare the right way! This review course will aid individuals preparing for the mining/mineral processing professional engineer examination. The SME P.E. Review Course will be an in-person event with appropriate social distancing and personal safety practices. Register early to ensure your spot in the course, as capacity may be determined by social distancing. The Review Course will be held Sept. 12-16 in Denver, CO.
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Free Job Seeker Resources
Did you know that SME and UCA have lots of valuable resources for job seekers? Create a profile and post your resume, sign up for job alerts, and get tips on resumes and interviewing, all at no cost on the SME and UCA job boards.
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Video Premiere: Mining in Society Merit Badge & Scouts BSA
Join the MEC "watch party" Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1:00-2:00 pm MDT for a new video on the Mining in Society merit badge and the opportunity it presents for industry outreach. This 45-minute video gives an overview of the merit badge, recent changes to the BSA, and how YOU can help Scouts in your community earn the badge. A live Q&A session will follow.
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Don't miss these events!
PASSIVE TREATMENT SYSTEMS FOR MINE IMPACTED WATER: BIOCHEMICAL REACTOR SUBSTRATE LONGEVITY
Presented by Robert (B.T.) Thomas and Jeff Gillow, Jacobs
7/28/2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM MT
IMAD DIVISION HAPPY HOUR
With Division Chair Steve Stokowski
7/30/2020, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM MT
MEC "WATCH PARTY"
Video on the Mining in Society merit badge
8/11/2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MT
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Call to Action
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