Mining Magazine January 2015 | Page 3

Robert Spence
in this issue
editor ’ s comment

“ It is not the strongest of the species that survive , nor the most intelligent , but the one most responsive to change .” – Charles Darwin

Since launching in 2003 , Linked has become the premier social networking service for professionals and companies alike . For the mining industry , LinkedIn has been a godsend . We take a look at the top 10 mining LinkedIn profiles to follow and how their presence is guiding a struggling sector .
Also this month : we spoke with the world ’ s largest auctioneer of mining equipment , Ritchie Bros ., and discuss how mining machinery is bought and sold as well as the benefits of acquiring via auction . Lastly , we take a look at the 2015 outlook for base metals and what the new year holds for the mining industry
Enjoy the issue !
Robert Spence
Editor robert . spence @ wdmgroup . com
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