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BHP Billiton CEO speaks at Miami conference

The company has been trying to sell its 41.3% stake in Mount Nimba in Guinea since July 2012, as a boost to its plans to exit West Africa and focus its investments elsewhere in the world.

Julienne Bay | May 13, 2014 | 8:20 pm

BHP Billiton ready to offload Guinea iron ore stake

World's No. 1 steelmaker, ArcelorMittal, said to be the most likely buyer of BHP's stake in Mount Nimba.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 12, 2014 | 7:12 pm

ArcelorMittal Europe reports $79m operating profit

The world's largest steel producer expects global consumption to increase by approximately 3% to 3.5% this year.

Julienne Bay | May 9, 2014 | 4:24 pm

Iron ore price crashes to lowest since September 2012

China's debt crisis is causing a vicious circle in its steel industry, pushing the iron ore price to a two-and-a-half year low.

Frik Els | May 8, 2014 | 6:06 pm

Australia gives green light to new $15bn coal mine despite Barrier Reef qualms

Adani Group's mine, designed to eventually produce 60 million tonnes of thermal coal a year, has been the focus of ongoing opposition.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 8, 2014 | 4:04 pm

BSGR files notice of dispute over lost Guinea mining rights

BSGR denied any laws were broken and accused president Conde and his allies of attempting to steal BSGR’s assets.

Julienne Bay | May 7, 2014 | 8:02 pm

The value of project generators in a low probability industry

Project generators operate in different markets and stages of project development. Risk profiles vary considerably; leading to diversification within the universe.

Derek Hamill - Zimtu Capital | May 7, 2014 | 4:42 pm