Australian miners spearheading disruptive technology movement – Fitch

Australia’s strong information communications technology and energy infrastructure, highly skilled labour force and government support ensures that its miners will continue to be the frontrunners in implementing technology to cut costs, enhance efficiency and increase mine safety, the latest report by Fitch Solutions states. The report notes that major players will stay ahead of the race, while the high cost of expensive technology will keep smaller companies from implementing these technologies, thereby increasing the disparity between major and juniors.