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Massive emerald cluster sets new record at Gemfields auction

The Kafubu Cluster, found at the Kagem mine in Zambia in 2020, became the most expensive single emerald item ever sold by Gemfields.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 18, 2022 | 5:11 am

Minister denies Baffinland Iron Mines expansion in Nunavut

Mary River, considered one of the world’s richest iron deposits,…

Staff Writer | November 17, 2022 | 4:49 pm

Charts: How much will coal’s transition cost?

US announced a $20 billion package this week to help…

MINING.COM Staff Writer | November 17, 2022 | 10:31 am

Lucara extends sales deal with HB by 10 years

It allows Lucara sell its +10.8 carat diamond production from…

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 17, 2022 | 7:08 am

BHP, Rio Tinto, Fortescue launch pilot program to create safer workplaces

The pilot program will be completed by volunteers who are…

Staff Writer | November 17, 2022 | 6:12 am

World’s top miner warns against Chile’s mining tax

BHP says charging higher rates at times of high prices for copper and lithium could scare global investors away.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 3, 2021 | 7:08 am

Gemstone jewellers, miners launch information centre to promote traceability

The Gemstones and Jewellery Community Platform provides information on responsible sourcing, due diligence, environmental protection, human and labour rights.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | May 3, 2021 | 6:06 am

CME starts trading lithium futures to tap EV demand

Contracts tied to the battery metal are expected to make pricing more transparent.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 3, 2021 | 3:48 am

Top Peru presidential candidate vows to curb foreign firms ‘looting’ mining wealth

Socialist Pedro Castillo said he would, if elected, review contracts with foreign miners.

Reuters | May 2, 2021 | 12:06 pm

Africa Snapshot: Eight companies with promising projects

Be it gold, copper, cobalt or uranium, the African continent has powerful resources for mining.

Marilyn Scales - The Northern Miner | April 30, 2021 | 2:02 pm

Hearings about Meliadine mine delayed as covid-19 cases rise

Canada's Arctic territory Nunavut has delayed public hearings about a key water disposal project at Agnico Eagle Mines' gold mine as the region grapples with a new wave of coronavirus.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 30, 2021 | 10:56 am

Two charts show why investors are right to love mining streaming companies

New study says streaming and royalty deal flow will grow significantly over the next decade, move beyond gold and silver and expand outside the Americas.

Frik Els | April 30, 2021 | 10:26 am