MARCH, 20269TOP STORIESHINDUSTAN ZINC PARTNERS WITH VIRGINIA TECH TO BOOST SILVERHindustan Zinc Limited has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Virginia Tech to advance research aimed at enhancing silver recovery across its lead­zinc concentrator operations.The Hindustan Zinc Virginia Tech MoU focuses on silver recovery innovation, advancing Hindustan Zinc mining research and silver extraction technology through a strategic mining partnership India and Virginia Tech mining collaboration, strengthening Hindustan Zinc R&D.The exchange filing announced a partnership that will conduct scientific research to develop better flotation methods which serve as essential mineral processing techniques for valuable metal extraction from mined ore and to test the efficiency of chemical substances that processing plants use during their operations.The partnership will deliver operational benefits by enhancing concentrate quality and metal recovery and processing efficiency at Hindustan Zinc operational facilities. Virginia Tech researchers will collaborate with Hindustan Zinc personnel to investigate how metallurgical conditions affect flotation selectivity and metal recovery outcomes.The research team's main focus will be to investigate how reagents and minerals and water interact because this interaction affects both stabilization of the processing system and quality of the extracted final product.Virginia Tech, which is located in Blacksburg Virginia, has international recognition for its mining engineering, mineral processing and metallurgical sciences programs, which make up its public research university.The partnership between the two organizations establishes an important milestone for Hindustan Zinc because it enables them to implement scientific research methods which include using their techniques for process optimization, material characterization and groundbreaking metallurgical methods.Through this partnership, Hindustan Zinc aims to integrate cutting-edge research insights into its operational framework, which will improve efficiency while maintaining product quality standards.The initiative shows essential commitment to two organizational objectives because it develops new technologies and supports sustainable metal recovery and its ongoing efforts to enhance metallurgical processes. IMRThe Tamil Nadu government has developed the Shipbuilding Policy 2026, which establishes environmental sustainability and circular economy principles as fundamental elements for its maritime development approach.The Tamil Nadu Shipbuilding Policy 2026 aims to boost green shipbuilding India, strengthen maritime manufacturing Tamil Nadu, promote sustainable shipbuilding technology, advance the India maritime industry policy, and accelerate green shipping innovation.Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the policy, which aims to establish Tamil Nadu as an international center for environmentally friendly shipbuilding and advanced recycling technologies that produce zero-emission vessels and sustainable maritime solutions.Special incentives have been announced for the construction of "green vessels", including ships powered by green hydrogen, ammonia, and electric propulsion. The initiatives support India's Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, which intends to achieve substantial carbon emission reductions throughout the country's maritime fleet.The establishment of Green Ship Recycling clusters represents a significant development which receives financial backing through a 15% capital subsidy for the initial five facilities that obtain international environmental certifications, including the Hong Kong International Convention and the EU Ship Recycling Regulation.The facilities will produce low-carbon scrap that industrial sectors will utilize under a "Waste to Wealth" model. The policy establishes "Sunrise Sector" status for eco-friendly marine component manufacturers who qualify for investment incentives that are granted after they reach 50 crore in investments.The state will collaborate with the Indian Maritime University to establish special Green Shipping Technology courses, which will prepare students for future employment opportunities.Tamil Nadu provides prospective major investors with organized financial packages, which include equity participation, capital subsidies and infrastructure leasing and production-linked incentives.The establishment of a dedicated special-purpose vehicle under the State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu Limited will enhance infrastructure development processes which support the state's goal to increase its share of the global shipbuilding industry. IMRTAMIL NADU UNVEILS SHIPBUILDING POLICY 2026
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