Brazil’s Bolsonaro moves to ok mining on indigenous lands

The proposal includes provisions to consult indigenous groups for any mining project

MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 5, 2020 | 4:42 pm

Vale’s New Steel expects first plant startup in 2022

With an investment of up to $100 million, the new plant will be an important part of Vale's strategy to reduce the accumulation of tailings.

Reuters | February 5, 2020 | 3:56 pm

Nigeria sets ambitious target for mining sector growth

Nigeria has been trying to boost the sector as part of efforts to diversify its economy.

Reuters | February 5, 2020 | 7:30 am

BHP pushes for diversity, inclusion throughout the supply chain

The mining giant says its most inclusive and diverse teams have 67% fewer recordable injuries, 28% lower unplanned absence rates and up to 11% higher planned and scheduled work delivery.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2020 | 4:03 am

The race is on for iron ore riches buried under an African jungle

For years, the massive iron deposits under Guinea’s mountainous jungle were practically forgotten by the mining industry.

Bloomberg News | February 4, 2020 | 8:47 am

Miners need to adopt next-generation values to battle reputation crisis, says Anglo American boss

Mark Cutifani says that, regrettably, the mining industry is still seen as one that takes more than it gives.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2020 | 5:58 am

Social investors, emissions reduction efforts to shape mining’s short-term future — report

Deloitte’s “Tracking the Trends” annual mining report, warns mining leaders they will have to work this year on building trust with communities, consumers and investors.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2020 | 2:55 am

Coronavirus drops iron ore shipping gauge 99.9%

Virus scare drops freight rates for vessels used in 1.5 billion tonne iron ore trade down to 1 point, from 5,043 points in September.

Frik Els | January 31, 2020 | 1:08 pm

China’s August nickel ore imports from Indonesia surge 26.5% ahead of ban

That sent benchmark London nickel prices CMNI3 to their highest in almost five years.

Reuters | January 31, 2020 | 11:33 am

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