Adani, Hindalco show interest as Hindustan Copper plans to develop two mines

The new electricity arrangements include demand response agreements under which NZAS may be requested to reduce electricity consumption by up to a total of 185MW.

BHP’s timing was good but the complexity of the deal requiring demergers and a copper price rally made it difficult to execute, investment officer said.

It is said that Anglo's five operating coal mines, development projects and joint ventures in Australia have sparked "more interest" over the past weeks.

The unit, Alexco Keno Hill Mining, pled guilty to failing to store hazardous waste properly and meet certain water quality standards.

The miner reached a collective contract agreement with two workers' unions representing employees at its Andina mine.

More than 20% of Anglo shares are held by South African investors.

The miner expects surplus to be about 100,000 metric tons this year, down from a previous estimate of 190,000 tons.

The Woodsmith currently gives work to around 2,000 people.

The companies expect the merger to be completed in the second half of the year.