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China and mining innovation: The trends and developments that shaped its sector in 2025
The mining sector is currently witnessing a digital transformation as mine operators embrace autonomous vehicles, AI-driven monitoring systems, robotics and smart drill rigs, as well as more environmentally responsible practices, aimed at enhancing efficiency and safety. A major focus is on sustainable resource extraction and decarbonisation, with firms investing in technologies to lower emissions, manage water, and rehabilitate mined land, with several countries leading a global shift towards more intelligent and responsible mining. As both the world’s largest producer and consumer of coal, in recent years China ... (full story)