Mining Magazine December 2017 | Page 3

FOREWORD

WELCOME TO THE December issue of Mining Global !
In our first feature we ask how easy is it to navigate the challenging world of commodity cycles ? Australian Vanadium , under the guidance of Vince Algar , looks set to capitalise on an upward swing in the vanadium market . The key to this imminent growth ? A commitment to a long-term objective and vision .
The treatment of contaminated water from both active and abandoned mines has come a long way over the last 40 years . During this period a variety of treatment methods have been developed - we take a look at the challenges ahead for water treatment in mining .
Also , what are the top gold producing countries ? Find out in our top 10 .
We also have exclusive reports on Australia ’ s Roy Hill , one of the world ’ s major resource based operations , and discuss the importance of agility in the sector . We also speak Swanson Technologies , as the company continues to expand and diversify in the Australian industry .
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