Iron Ore Top Stories

Fortescue secures initial renewable energy for Gibson Island project

The agreement will also underpin the development of a new renewable energy project in North Queensland.

Reuters | October 9, 2023 | 9:39 am

Rio Tinto expects slightly higher Pilbara iron ore shipment in 2024

Its Pilbara shipments guidance is unchanged for 2023 and remains…

Reuters | October 9, 2023 | 9:33 am

Stone Age Ethiopians knew how to source their iron-rich rocks

Middle Stone Age Ethiopians progressively replaced exotic iron-rich high-quality rocks…

Staff Writer | October 8, 2023 | 7:11 am

China’s giant iron ore buyer starts supply talks with top miners

The group is seeking preferential terms on transport, grades and…

Bloomberg News | October 6, 2023 | 9:43 am

Anglo CEO says miners must make “tough decisions” to remain profitable

Duncan Wanblad said on Thursday mining companies have to confront…

Reuters | October 5, 2023 | 11:04 am

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Rio Tinto not concerned about Chinese ore-buying company

China is exposed to international iron ore prices as it must import nearly 80% of its annual consumption.

Reuters | August 5, 2022 | 7:47 am

Iron ore price falls as property crisis threatens to drag down steel industry

Almost a third of China’s steel mills could go into bankruptcy in a squeeze that’s likely to last five years, said the chairman of Hebei Jingye Steel Group.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | August 3, 2022 | 8:51 am

Ferrexpo’s half-year profit tumbles on higher costs

The Ukraine-focussed miner saw a hit from higher costs and lower production volumes as it grappled with inflationary woes and energy prices.

Reuters | August 3, 2022 | 8:15 am

Baffinland to terminate 1,100 workers at Mary River iron ore mine

The miner is preparing for two rounds of layoffs to take effect on Sept. 25 and Oct. 11, if it doesn't obtain a permit to continue extracting 6 million tonnes of iron ore a year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 3, 2022 | 3:57 am

Ancient rocks reveal how earth avoided Mars-like fate

The development of earth’s solid inner core had everything to do with the rejuvenation of the swirling liquid iron in the planet’s outer core, which generates its protective magnetic field, something that Mars doesn’t have.

Staff Writer | August 2, 2022 | 6:06 am

Vale says stricter licensing requirements cause project delays

Vale cited slower regulatory approvals in reducing its 2022 iron ore production outlook.

Reuters | July 29, 2022 | 2:14 pm

Miners’ profits face an unusual foe: extreme weather

It is an unusual situation for companies that have experience operating anywhere in the world.

Reuters | July 29, 2022 | 10:08 am

Iron ore price retreats as China’s zero-covid policy clouds demand

Investors had been optimistic more aid was on its way to revive construction projects but none was forthcoming during a key Politburo meeting.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | July 29, 2022 | 9:17 am

Brazil’s Usiminas Q2 net profit falls 77% after forex losses

In the mining division, second-quarter iron ore sales rose 16% from a year ago.

Reuters | July 29, 2022 | 7:58 am

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