"Despite recent security challenges, Burkina Faso has a strong track record of opening an average of 1.2 new mines annually since 2010. We expect this trend to continue."
"Loesche’s technology is a great fit for copper and gold mining in Southern Africa as it is water and energy-saving, and more environmentally friendly."
"The biggest challenge is that mineral projects take a long time to explore and develop, while markets offer comparatively short windows for financing."
"Our process is environmentally friendly in that we do not use explosives. There is also no crushing, milling or tailings dam because the process does not create liquid or solid residues."
"Mines are relying on service providers like BME to not only deliver security of supply and quality product, but also to train and upskill mine staff."
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