International mining companies and industry analysts warn,however, that gold production will not meet demand in the next few years.

VOA: standard.2010.07.21

Industry analysts say Australia's mining boom is likely to continue for years" because of strong demand from the developing economies in Asia.

VOA: standard.2010.01.21

Commodity prices remain high enough to keep mining equipment demand high.

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This is positive for mining and will lead to increased demand for mining machinery.

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The Asian financial crisis walloped the mining industry, cutting demand for GST products.

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