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Video: Reko Diq project ‘like the early days in Chile’ Barrick CEO Bristow says – Part 3

"We’re bringing new copper projects online just as the supply squeeze hits," Bristow says.

Northern Miner Staff | October 18, 2024 | 11:30 am

Russia’s finance ministry considering new diamond purchases from Alrosa in 2025

The news was reported by Russia's Interfax news agency.

Reuters | October 18, 2024 | 11:12 am

Congo’s state miner bids for Trafigura-backed cobalt projects

The bid comes amid opposition from the government regarding a…

Bloomberg News | October 18, 2024 | 10:06 am

West Red Lake raises $53 million for Madsen mine restart

The company says the mine remains on track for production…

Staff Writer | October 18, 2024 | 9:39 am

Vale to hold hearing on Bacaba copper project in Brazil

Vale plans to replace copper production from the depleting Sossego…

Staff Writer | October 18, 2024 | 9:00 am

Canada to hit Chinese steel and aluminum with tariffs on Oct. 22

Country published a list of dozens of Chinese steel and aluminum products on which it will place a 25% tariff, starting in three weeks.

Bloomberg News | October 1, 2024 | 2:27 pm

Aurubis to shun takeovers, rebuild trust, new CEO says

The company was rocked by a scandal last year when its copper was stolen by an organized crime ring.

Reuters | October 1, 2024 | 10:46 am

QC Copper bolsters resource base with acquisition of Thierry project

The acquisition of Culprum and its Thierry project, says QC, would potentially increase the company's current copper resource base by 70%.

Staff Writer | October 1, 2024 | 10:29 am

Gold prices and poverty fuel illegal mining in Peru’s Amazon

Illegal mining has spread across Peru's Amazon region and the Andes since the Covid-19 pandemic sent the economy into recession.

Reuters | October 1, 2024 | 8:47 am

Velocity Minerals sells Bulgarian assets for $59 million cash

The sale includes the Rozino project, which is permitted and has been advanced to the pre-feasibility stage.

Staff Writer | October 1, 2024 | 8:30 am

Hurricane Helene halts quartz mines needed for chipmaking

The halt in operations could affect global supply chains that depend on semiconductors to make phones, solar panels and other technology.

Bloomberg News | October 1, 2024 | 7:02 am

Saudi’s mining minister sees no obstacles to dealmaking in Canada

Canada’s government introduced new rules in 2022 that added a layer of regulatory scrutiny to investments by foreign state-owned entities.

Bloomberg News | October 1, 2024 | 6:53 am

Vale, GEP partner to set Brazilian green hydrogen sector

They will assess the feasibility of building a green hydrogen plant in Brazil, which would eventually supply one of Vale’s mega hubs.

Staff Writer | October 1, 2024 | 5:49 am

Rio Tinto, Green Lithium to develop Europe’s lithium supply chain

Rio's partnership with UK refinery developer Green Lithium seeks to reduce European dependence on supplies from China.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 1, 2024 | 3:49 am

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