The Drift

The Drift: Innovation network seeking world-class solutions for mining conundrums

Mining Innovation Commercialization Acceleration Network launches in Sudbury

Dec 7, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

The Drift: Remanufacturing centre is where the world’s mining companies come for vehicle parts

Epiroc opened new, state-of-the-art global facility in Sudbury last fall

Nov 12, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

The Drift: Region's mining suppliers exporting to the world

After a decade of work, more than 150 clients have completed the Northern Ontario Exports Program

Oct 19, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

The Drift: North Bay-devised drone assisting in rescue and recovery efforts underground

Purpose-built Emergency Response Drone latest product from SafeSight Exploration

Oct 14, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

The Drift: Sudbury innovation centre plays matchmaker for globe’s miners, tech producers

NORCAT’s new Open Innovation Platform seeks to help mining companies find industry solutions

Oct 4, 2021 2:50 PM Read more >

The Drift: The hunt for gold, palladium drives exploration frenzy around Sudbury

From River Valley to Massey, junior miners eye old mine sites and underexplored areas in the search for 'green' and precious metals

Aug 25, 2021 4:20 PM Read more >

The Drift: Sudbury-made robotic arm automates load-wire-fire underground

Unique consortium comes together to fine-tune TesMan technology

Jul 29, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

The Drift: Could the mining industry consider the nuclear option to power remote mines?

Laurentian University research institute studies how small-scale reactors could replace diesel generation in the Far North

Jul 23, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

The Drift: Boosting vehicle safety underground, one vehicle at a time

Equipment North builds new facility for vehicle brake testing

Jul 8, 2021 12:00 PM Read more >

The Drift: ‘It’s a dream come true’: Miner’s Lunch Box is back on the market

Catherine Langin and her team once again manufacturing what quickly became an icon the mining industry

Jun 16, 2021 12:00 PM Read more >