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MAXAM Demolition Project

Executing a major explosive demolition project is tough, but when you have an electrical infrastructure located just in the middle, 15 meters away from the blast and fell zone – the pressure is well and truly on. 

X-ROCK, one of X-Energy´s key component

X-ROCK, one of X-Energy´s key component, it allows you to assess the strength and structural condition of the rock along the hole and calculate exactly where and how much energy we need to apply at each moment of the blast.

MAXAM announces its participation in the DIGIECOQUARRY project

The European Commission’s Horizon 2020 program for research and innovation is to support a project called DIGIECOQUARRY - INNOVATIVE DIGITAL SUSTAINABLE AGGREGATES SYSTEMS. A consortium of 24 entities from eight countries, comprising of universities, institutions, and leading European companies, will be partnering in this project. MAXAM is proud to be part of the DIGIECOQUARRY project.

Digitalization, an essential part of the X-Energy Solution

“The Data Driven transformation of the blasting activities is key to maintain long term sustainable mining operations. MAXAM´s X-Energy features a series of technological innovations, all connected to ensure the proper use of our explosives energy to optimize the downstream outputs through digitalization” –

X-Drill, the invention to collect measurement while drilling data and to provide rock-characterization, Innovation of the Year at MAXAM

X-Drill is an in-house cost-effective monitoring system able to collect the information of any drilling machine and to provide a rock mass characterization through the X-Rock model, under a fully integration of the data into the cloud-based platform MAXAM Blast Center and MAXAM’s blast design software RIOBLAST.

José Manuel Vargas undertakes the Executive Presidency of MAXAM and reorganizes the Corporate Structure

The Board of Directors of MAXAM has unanimously appointed José Manuel Vargas as new Executive President of the Company. José Fernando Sánchez-Junco will become MAXAM’s Honorary Chairman and remain as a member of the board, in a generational shift with shareholders consensus.

MAXAM, awarded with the supply of blasting solutions in Minera Lomas Bayas, operated by Glencore in Chile

MAXAM has been selected by Minera Lomas Bayas, operated by Glencore in Chile, as blasting solutions provider. As a result, the company will supply its high-energy bulk explosive, RIOFLEX, along with other solutions.

The environmental project developed in collaboration with Teck Resources, Innovation Award of the year at MAXAM

MAXAM, has celebrated the 26th edition of its Santa Barbara Innovation Awards, where the winner was the “Loading wet holes in liners” environmental project, developed by experts from the company in Canada, in collaboration with the mining company Teck Resources.

MAXAM presents X-Energy, the best approach to optimize the total cost of ownership in mining operations

MAXAM has announced today the official launch of its new integrated basting service: X-Energy, addressed to optimize the total cost of ownership in mining, quarrying and infrastructures operations, through a continuous improvement spiral.

MAXAM officially starts commercial activity in China

MAXAM announced today the official opening of its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Pingyi, Shandong Province, China. The strategic move marks the official commencement of MAXAM’s business operations in China, one of the largest and fastest-growing civil explosive markets in the world.

MAXAM consolidates its commitment to innovation with the development of an improved cartridge explosives offering

MAXAM, a global technology company specializing in energy materials and blasting solutions, has shown its commitment to innovation and the development of new products within the framework of the Mining and Minerals Hall held in Seville.

NFCA Africa Mining selects MAXAM as blasting solutions supplier for its underground copper mine in Zambia

MAXAM, a global technology company specializing in the design, development, manufacture and application of energetic materials, has been selected by NFCA Africa Mining Plc as its blasting solutions supplier for the underground copper mine that the company operates in Chambishi, Zambia.

MAXAM increases its capabilities in Latin America with a new production line for cartridge explosives in Peru

MAXAM, a global technology company specializing in energy materials, has announced in during Perumin 2019 the opening of a new production line of cartridge explosives at its Cocachacra plant in Peru, where it already manufactures initiation systems, as well as ANFO, RIOXAM ST.

MAXAM has announced today the launch of a new corporate website.

The new website displays MAXAM’s most advanced integral solutions for mining, quarries, infrastructure construction, seismic prospecting and special applications around the world. 

MAXAM successfully completes blasting operation for Singapore Port extension, led by DIAP-Daelim JV (DDJV)

The project involves reclaiming 294 hectares from the sea for the construction of a quay with a capacity of close to 20 million TEW per year.

MAXAM presents the X-BLASTERGUIDE, its new mobile application to help improve producitivity and safety in blasting operations

This pocket guide allows users to make blasting calculations, access product information and view safety perimeters on satellite images of the land, among other features.

Alquife Mine carries out its first blast starting tests to determine its business feasibility

The company will be responsible for supplying the necessary solutions for the appropriate development of the operation, such as explosives, detonators, and accessories.

MAXAM reinforces its commitment to the Australian market with the opening of two manufacturing sites

MAXAM reinforces its commitment to the Australian market with the opening of two manufacturing sites

MAXAM and the URV sign a collaboration agreement to create employment in the chemical industry

Until next 15 January, students of the Rovira i Virgili university can choose to take part in the MAXAM Scholarship Program.

MAXAM celebrates 25 years of rewarding innovation

Aimed at the company's professionals from over five continents, the Santa Barbara Innovation Awards seek to promote a culture of innovation at all levels of the organization.

Advent International and Rhône reach agreement for Rhône to acquire Advent’s stake in MAXAM

Advent International and Rhône Capital today announced an agreement for Advent to sell its 45% interest in the share capital of MAXAM to investment funds affiliated with Rhône Capital (“Rhône”).

European experts gather at MAXAM’s facilities in Galdácano to work on developing new sustainable mining solutions

New technologies designed by members of the SLIM project will enable the mining of mineral deposits that are not currently viable due to their small size and high environmental impact.

20 Accident-free years at NITRICOMAX

MAXAM recognizes Tarragona personnel for their constant commitment to a culture of occupational safety in the company

MAXAM presents its blasting solutions to achieve savings of up to 30% in energy consumption in mining operations

The design of site-specific solutions significantly reduces the energy used in drilling, blasting, loading, transport, comminution and mineral processing.

MAXAM presents its most innovative solutions for blasting in mines, quarries and infrastructure projects at Mining Indaba

Its stand includes an innovation corner presenting the technological developments that complement its portfolio to offer customised solutions to its customers.

The MAXAM X-COPTER Drone, “Best Idea for the Use of Drones in Civil Engineering” Award Winner

At CivilDRON 2018, Conference organised by the Energy Agency of the Regional Government of Madrid.

MAXAM is awarded the “Safety Plus 2017” prize by the Spanish Chemical Industry Business Federation (FEIQUE)

The Company's production facilities in Galdácano (Vizcaya) have been awarded this prize thanks to a zero accident rate during 2016

José Fernando Sánchez-Junco, Chairman & CEO of MAXAM, new patron of the Mining and Industry Museum of Asturias (MUMI)

MAXAM has been working alongside the MUMI since 1997

"Mining must be understood as a key part of large-scale sustainable development"

José Fernando Sánchez-Junco, Chairman & CEO of MAXAM, chaired the debate on the current situation and future outlook for mined and metallurgical raw materials

MAXAM, a new member of AMINER

This association represents 90% of metal mining companies in Andalusia

“Your talent is a competitive advantage for MAXAM”

Recruitment conference with students from the Higher Technical School of Mining and Energy Engineers (ETSIME) at the Madrid Polytechnic University

"Sustainable development of the extractive industry is crucial for both the evolution of the sector and the welfare of society"

José Fernando Sánchez-Junco, Chairman and CEO of MAXAM, chaired the table on the International Overview of the Industry in the 3rd edition of the "Sustainable Development of the Metallurgical Mining Industry" sessions organised by CONFEDEM

MAXAM takes part in the inauguration of the Panama Canal expansion

The Company has performed more than 3,500 blasts over the course of this emblematic project, which will improve and increase global maritime trade.

MAXAM starts operating in Evolution Mining’s Mt Carlton and Cowal gold mines

Sole provider of blasting solutions for three of Evolution Mining’s gold mines: Mt Carlton, Cowal and Edna May

MAXAM has taken part in the 42nd Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique organized by the ISEE

1,600 blasters, manufacturers, government officials and industry leaders come together in the world’s largest conference on explosives engineering

MAXAM Mongolia receives the “Grand Prix” Oyu Tolgoi award and the Mongolian National Award for the “Best Health & Safety Performing Enterprise”

Oyu Tolgoi and the Mongolian Government recognize MAXAM’s Health & Safety and overall performance

MAXAM strenghthens its Russian relationships

MAXAM has been present in Russia for 10 years and it’s now considering potential investments if certain projects materialize

MAXAM presents RIOBLAST, its design and blasting prediction software

During the 4th National Aggregates Conference held last week in Madrid

MAXAM Civil Explosives starts operating in BHP’s South32 Worsley Alumina’s Boddington Bauxite Mine

MAXAM expands its mining industry supply activity in Australia