Swiss refiner says it can verify gold’s origin to combat illegal supply
Technique takes samples of gold from a mine or supplier and creates a complex chemical and physical blueprint for the material against which subsequent shipments can be checked.
The founder of the US private security company aims to raise as much as $500 million to invest in deposits of metals such as cobalt, lithium and copper.
The Association for Mineral Exploration has announced the winners of its 2018 celebration of excellence award who will be recognized for their significant efforts and contribution to the mining industry.
The judging panel includes former Minister of Natural Resources and current Transportation Minister Lloyd Hines, Chief Terry Paul of Membertou First Nation and MINING.com’s own Cecilia Jamasmie.