Kagem edged-up emerald mining!
Invested US$11 million in new equipment To increase operational efficiencies Kagem Mining has invested US$11 million in new equipment to increase operational efficiencies at the world’s largest emerald mine, creating further skilled local jobs in the process. The equipment includes 13 Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs) with a rated capacity of 45 tonnes each; two 6-cubic-metre Hydraulic Excavators and service equipment such as Water Bowser with 36,000 Litres carrying capacity, Tyre Handler, Telescopic Handler and other supporting equipment. These machines feature state of art technology to facilitate smooth, safe and productive operations. Kagem General Manager Prahalad Kumar Singh said: “This additional capital infusion will improve the productivity with enhanced efficiency at reduced operational cost. This is in line with our philosophy of continuous process improvement.” With the support of Gemfields’ management, the purchase of Kagem’s new machinery has res