China’s record coal prices turn dangerous with mining deaths

Soaring coal prices in China are making mining companies prioritize output ahead of safety, a government agency said amid a spate of deadly accidents.

Bloomberg News | April 15, 2021 | 8:19 am

BHP completes its first refuelling of a ship with biofuel

The mining giant is exploring the use of bunker fuels such as liquefied natural gas and biofuels to replace fuel oil, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 40% when shipping its products.

Reuters | April 15, 2021 | 7:46 am

Glencore faces shareholders revolt over CEO’s pay

Proxy adviser Glass Lewis is pushing investors to vote against the company’s plans to pay Gary Nagle up to $10.4 million.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 15, 2021 | 7:03 am

Anglo Pacific open to selling thermal coal royalties to boost ESG credentials

The London-listed company aims to decrease its reliance on coal and steel and attract a broader base of investors by adding more battery metals.

Reuters | April 14, 2021 | 9:26 am

Xinjiang coal mine accident traps 21 – China state media

A section of the mine filled with water when 29 miners were working at the site in Hutubi county.

Reuters | April 11, 2021 | 9:26 am

Coal output from top 10 miners to increase by up to 6.6% in 2021 – report

This represents a recovery from last year's 4.2% decline in collective output.

MINING.com Editor | April 9, 2021 | 11:16 am

China is paying a high price for its ban on Australian coal: Russell

The restrictions on imports from Australia came into effect in the second half of last year, resulting in China's imports dropping to virtually zero in the first two months of this year.

Reuters | April 9, 2021 | 7:35 am

Value of top 50 mining companies surges $600 billion from covid lows

Despite gold's price slump, strong copper and iron ore prices lifted MINING.COM's ranking of the world's 50 most valuable miners to a new record high of $1.35 trillion.

MINING.com Editor | April 8, 2021 | 12:21 pm

Volvo, SSAB plan first fossil-free steel trucks on road to carbon neutrality

Volvo plans to start production this year of prototype vehicles and components from steel made by SSAB using hydrogen produced from renewable energy.

Reuters | April 8, 2021 | 8:48 am

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