Surface mining refers to the mining technique where the overlying layer of soil and rock is removed, followed by the recovery or excavation of the underlying minerals. This method of mining provides considerably better recovery, safety, flexibility, environmental conditions and grade control as compared to other mining methods such as underground mining. The technique of surface mining gained momentum in the 16th century and has been widely prevalent at a global level, ... Read more

Surface mining refers to the mining technique where the overlying layer of soil and rock is removed, followed by the recovery or excavation of the underlying minerals. This method of mining provides considerably better recovery, safety, flexibility, environmental conditions and grade control as compared to other mining methods such as underground mining. The technique of surface mining gained momentum in the 16th century and has been widely prevalent at a global level, ... Read more

The global surface mining market is segmented into application such as coal mining, metal ore and non-metallic ore. Among these segments, coal surface mining segment is expected to grow at highest CAGR in global surface mining market during the forecast period. Rising demand coupled with less supply of electricity in several nations such as Brazil, India and others are fuelling the demand for coal. This factor is anticipated to exponentially increase the market size of surface mining for ... Read more