Iron Ore Top Stories

Dam disasters were wake up call for Vale, CEO says

Eduardo Bartolomeo said his own remuneration package now sets targets for safety and sustainability, with 20% of his long-term compensation associated with ESG goals.

Reuters | October 6, 2021 | 8:47 am

Covid-19 vaccines mandatory for Western Australia mining and FIFO workers

Requirement applies to about 141,000 people, including fly-in, fly-out and…

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 6, 2021 | 3:57 am

Brazil prosecutors seek $457 million from Vale, Samarco, BHP for dam disaster

Prosecutors allege that the companies have not fulfilled the obligations…

Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 10:39 am

Anglo names first female CEO at top African iron ore miner

Mpumi Zikalala, who currently heads its De Beers business, will…

Bloomberg News | October 5, 2021 | 8:06 am

World’s largest miners pledge net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Direct and indirect emissions will be lowered by accelerating the…

Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 7:47 am

Moody’s weighs in on Vale dam disaster

The financial penalties related to the dam collapse may prove even larger than those for Samarco.

Northern Miner Staff | January 31, 2019 | 2:56 pm

EY appoints new global mining and metals leader

Paul D. Mitchell has been named the new EY global sector leader for mining and metals.

MINING.com Editor | January 31, 2019 | 2:17 pm

Dam collapse – chronicle of disaster foretold: Balance of power

Vale dam collapse highlights a mix of failed government oversight and laws that favor mining interests over public safety.

Bloomberg News | January 31, 2019 | 11:44 am

Miners BHP, Rio urge permanent voice for First Nations in Australia’s parliament

"A First Nations' voice to parliament is a meaningful step towards reconciliation," BHP Chief Executive Officer Andrew Mackenzie said.

Reuters | January 31, 2019 | 11:21 am

Fortescue says Vale impact uncertain, sees demand for mid-grade iron ore

The loss of about 40 million tonnes of annual supply is expected to boost demand for Australian ore.

Reuters | January 31, 2019 | 10:11 am

Brazilian prosecutors freeze over $219m of Vale’s assets

Funds expected to be used as compensation for the victims of last week’s tailing burst, which killed at least 99 people.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 31, 2019 | 9:48 am

Glencore nears $500m deal to buy iron ore from Brazil’s CSN – sources

CSN is aiming to reduce debts that piled up after an iron ore and steel price rout in 2015-2016 and a severe recession in Brazil, prompting investors to demand asset sales.

Reuters | January 31, 2019 | 9:25 am

ArcelorMittal’s bid to buy stake in Bosnian iron ore mine rejected

ArcelorMittal owns a steel plant in the central Bosnian town of Zenica where it processes iron ore from its mines in Prijedor in the north of the country.

Reuters | January 30, 2019 | 11:11 am

Iron ore prices are flying

Vale production cuts could have "outsized" impact in shorter term with spot prices predicted to return to $100-plus per tonne in summer.

Frik Els | January 30, 2019 | 10:18 am

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