Perspectivas

08 ene 2026
Minería y metalurgia

Electric vehicles and power distribution: considerations for underground mine operators

Shifting to electric vehicles in underground mining offers significant benefits, but it also introduces new challenges. Power feeds often lack the capacity to handle the large power demand during charging; infrastructure upgrades require large capital investments; and even the overall service to site may not be sufficient. Without careful planning, mines risk load imbalances, brownouts, nuisance tripping of power distribution systems and possible reductions in production without significant capital investment. There’s no single fix to address all these obstacles. Instead, success depends on adaptive integration designs that evolve alongside the technology: solutions that demand ingenuity, innovative thinking and close collaboration across teams and vendors.
Jason James Gander

Senior Technologist
17 feb 2026
Energía Eléctrica y Renovables

Insulation and its enemy: partial discharge
- Shanon Lo, P.Eng.
  
  Engineer, Studies & Field Testing
12 dic 2025
Energía y químicos

Shaping the future of oil and gas
- Debbie Burke, Ing.
  
  Director, Petróleo, Gas y Productos Químicos
12 dic 2025
Energía Eléctrica y Renovables

Energy loops as a driver of sustainable and economic development
03 dic 2025
Energía Eléctrica y Renovables

Data centres serving communities
26 nov 2025
Todas las industrias

From obsolescence to opportunity: modernizing control systems for sustainable operations

Operational resilience is part of the everyday challenges of any plant management team, and control system modernization is one of the most effective ways to enhance operational efficiency. When discussing system modernization with clients, one of the first questions we often hear is: “Why should we upgrade? It’s been working fine for 20 years.” Part of our role is to help clients understand that while their systems may still be running, they could be silently creating operational and financial risks. The first concern is obsolescence: older platforms limit optimization opportunities and can no longer support new technologies or integrate with modern tools. The second is end-of-life: manufacturers eventually announce when equipment will no longer be supported, giving clients a limited window to plan and build a migration roadmap. Unfortunately, many organizations delay these decisions until a critical component fails, often the main controller or communication hardware. When that happens, the impact on production, safety and business continuity can be significant. Modernization isn’t just about replacing equipment; it’s about ensuring operational reliability and sustainability. By understanding the control system life cycle and planning upgrades proactively, organizations can reduce risk and prepare their facilities for future challenges.
Kevin Galvez

Engineer in Training - Automation
19 nov 2025
Minería y metalurgia

The key to responsible and successful mining projects
06 nov 2025
Todas las industrias

Building meaningful strategies that deliver results
- Susan Eick
  
  Vicepresidenta de Consultoría
30 oct 2025
Todas las industrias

Navigating mining permits in Canada: Success starts with preparation
22 oct 2025
Energía y químicos

Between the lab and industrial reality, one factor makes all the difference in scaling up
16 oct 2025
Todas las industrias

Uncovering hidden risks in operational technology systems with red teaming

Operational technology (OT) systems are the backbone of modern industrial operations, powering everything from energy grids to manufacturing plants. As these systems become increasingly interconnected and digitalized, their exposure to cyber threats grows, making robust cybersecurity strategies not just a technical necessity but a matter of operational resilience. One approach gaining traction among security professionals is OT red teaming: a proactive method to uncover hidden risks and strengthen defenses.
Shayne Casavant, P.Eng.

Senior Engineer, ICS Cybersecurity
08 oct 2025
Energía y químicos

Ammonia vs. dibenzyltoluene: A comparative assessment of hydrogen carriers
- Joe Nava, Ing.
  
  Director global, combustibles y productos químicos avanzados
07 oct 2025
Energía Eléctrica y Renovables

Unlocking industrial efficiency: How incentive programs turn energy audits into action
07 oct 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Powder engineering as a strategic lever in mineral processing
- Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
02 sept 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Why geotechnical data needs its own modelling approach in modern mining: a block modelling example from the Santa Cruz project
- Atulya Verma, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Mining and Geology
19 ago 2025
Todas las industrias

Energy efficiency as a strategic lever for industrial competitiveness in Québec
Stéphanie Mayer, Ing., 50001 CP

Ingeniera Senior, Energía y Calidad del Aire
14 ago 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Optimizing Ventilation Systems for Underground Mines
- Mark Lafontaine, MBA
  
  Asesor principal, Sudbury Office
07 ago 2025
Energía y químicos

B.C.’s Oil & Gas Energy Transition: A Path to a Greener Future
- Neill Massey, P.Eng.
  
  Office Director, Vancouver Office
01 ago 2025
Energía y químicos

Driving digital transformation and innovation in Alberta’s energy sector
- Debbie Burke, Ing.
  
  Director, Petróleo, Gas y Productos Químicos
30 jul 2025
Minería y metalurgia

NFPA 660: A unified standard for better combustible dust risk management
17 jul 2025
Todas las industrias

Enhancing project delivery with LiDAR-equipped drones and advanced data acquisition

As part of BBA’s commitment to delivering safe and innovative solutions, our LiDAR-equipped Drone initiative has become a valuable tool in project execution. This technology has helped both our team and clients complete work more safely, efficiently and cost-effectively.
09 jul 2025
Minería y metalurgia

How to improve paste backfill plant performance: five applicable fixes
- Jacob Landrinault P.Eng., PMP
  
  Senior Engineer, Mining and Geology
03 jul 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Underground mine piping systems
25 jun 2025
Energía Eléctrica y Renovables

Building Canada’s Energy Future Through Smart Integration
18 jun 2025
Energía y químicos

Building industrial resilience through the circular economy
- Joe Nava, Ing.
  
  Director global, combustibles y productos químicos avanzados
05 jun 2025
Todas las industrias

Working in an environment while restoring it. Not only is it possible—it’s essential.
28 may 2025
Minería y metalurgia

People are driving force behind the mining transformation
15 may 2025
Todas las industrias

The technical risks of process commercialization
- Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
14 abr 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Mine Electrification in Canada: An Industry in Transition
- Amanda Fitch, Ing.
  
  Directora, Minería y Metales
25 mar 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Action levers for building a more resilient and sustainable mining industry
- Asi Bahareh
  
  National Practice Leader, Geology, Mining and Process
04 mar 2025
Minería y metalurgia

Passive treatment of acid mine drainage water: a sustainable solution

Acid mine drainage (AMD) is a persistent environmental challenge. It occurs when sulfide minerals, exposed to air and water during mining, break down and produce acidic, metal-laden water. This contaminated water harms ecosystems, pollutes water sources and in general creates challenges for mining operations. Traditional treatment methods (active treatment technologies) can address AMD but are often costly and energy-intensive. On the other hand, passive treatment systems rely on natural biological, chemical and physical processes to treat AMD. These systems provide a more environmentally sustainable and efficient solution under the right conditions. This article explores passive treatment systems, including their types and longevity, highlighting their potential as a long-term environmental remediation approach.