BHP train drivers to start ‘restrained’ industrial action on Friday

Worries about a strike had lent support to iron ore prices, which are trading at the highest levels since February.

Reuters | November 20, 2023 | 8:10 am

Union set to strike at Peru’s Las Bambas copper mine next week

The workers union said the strike would last 48 hours…

Reuters | November 20, 2023 | 7:57 am

First Quantum to halt Panama mine if blockade goes on

The Canadian miner said that without shipments arriving at Cobre…

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 20, 2023 | 3:26 am

Leonardo DiCaprio backs Panamanians’ protests against First Quantum’s operation

Hollywood actor has joined the demands of Panamanian activists asking…

Staff Writer | November 19, 2023 | 10:54 am

Mining billionaire Forrest acquires ‘iconic’ hat company Akubra

“We’re proud to be able to ensure the growth of…

Reuters | November 19, 2023 | 9:34 am

RANKED: World’s biggest copper projects — 2023

Once again, Northern Dynasty's Pebble project located near the Bristol Bay region of Alaska takes first place.

MINING.com Editor | January 30, 2023 | 9:17 am

First Mining grows Quebec land position with acquisition of Iamgold claims

With the addition of Porcupine East, First Mining's land package in Quebec now totals over 5,800 hectares.

Staff Writer | January 30, 2023 | 9:05 am

Lithium’s historic rally fuels record profits for China’s miners

China’s big lithium miners are set to reap record earnings after booming demand for the metal.

Bloomberg News | January 30, 2023 | 6:41 am

MMG flags production halt at Las Bambas in Peru due to protests

The disruption coincides with operational setbacks and regulatory headwinds in neighboring Chile.

Staff Writer | January 30, 2023 | 6:31 am

Rio Tinto sorry for loss of radioactive capsule in Australia

The loss of a small, but “highly radioactive” widget has triggered a radiation alert across parts of the vast state of Western Australia.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2023 | 3:44 am

Lynas Rare Earths’ quarterly revenue rises on strong demand

Quarterly output of NdPr came in at 1,508 rare earth oxide tonnes compared with 1,359 tonnes a year earlier.

Reuters | January 29, 2023 | 2:05 pm

Loulo-Gounkoto to keep going for years to come – Barrick CEO

Barrick said that the development of a third underground mine at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex is on track to start ore production from stoping in the second quarter of 2023.

Staff Writer | January 29, 2023 | 11:41 am

Scholz visits South America in race with China for lithium

Olaf Scholz hopes his trip to Latin America will help secure the lithium supplies that Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen need.

Bloomberg News | January 29, 2023 | 10:11 am

Rio Tinto has lost radioactive capsule in West Australian desert

Rio and the Australian government are attempting to find a 6-8mm widget that contains a small amount caesium-137.

Bloomberg News | January 29, 2023 | 9:56 am

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