Vale carries out construction work on emergency-level dams in Minas Gerais

CEO Andrew Mackenzie's pay package is already only half that of his predecessor.

Bubble chart shows heavy reliance on iron ore and oil for revenues and profits post demerger.

Top iron ore miner Vale expected claw back market share from Australian competitors thanks to its Serra Sul mine and use of Valemax mega-carriers.

Mega-carriers docking in China will see Brazilian giant Vale double export volumes to China over the next five years.

New company would still have its primary listing in Australia, with secondary listings in South Africa and the UK.

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the discovery of one of two ships that comprised Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition in 1845, which has revived interest in the metals wealth of the Arctic and its ownership.

Shanghai Metals Market warns slim profits and continuous declines in steel prices have dampened Chinese mills’ appetite for iron ore.

Fresh data suggests it is still too early to celebrate a recovery in the sector.

Lowest since September 7 2009