Private capital raised for mining falls to 8-year low

New report shows four mining and metals funds together raised a paltry $300m in 2019, not even a tenth of the money flowing into farmland.

Frik Els | February 4, 2020 | 2:16 pm

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

China 2019 rare earth magnet shipments to US rise 12% from year ago

The jump comes amid a Pentagon plan to bolster its stocks as rare earths became a potential front in the Sino-US trade war.

Reuters | January 31, 2020 | 9:48 am

Lynas to build permanent waste treatment plant in Malaysia’s Pahang

The Malaysian state has approved Lynas' plan to build facility there, after it fulfilled one of the conditions for continuing its operations in the country.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2020 | 3:56 am

What every mining CEO needs to know about climate change

A new report by McKinsey found 30 to 50% of production of three top commodities is concentrated in areas where water stress is already high.

Canadian Mining Journal Staff | January 29, 2020 | 12:36 pm

Commitment to critical minerals positions Canada’s mining sector for success — MAC

The Canada-US Joint Action Plan on critical minerals means opportunity for this country’s wider economy.

Jackson Chen | January 27, 2020 | 1:10 pm

Lynas on track to get new Malaysia permit by March

The company said growth in the EV market is expected to result in a sharp rise in demand for heavy rare earth elements.

Reuters | January 23, 2020 | 1:53 pm

Lynas’ rare earth licence renewal in Malaysia challenged in court

The lawsuit challenges the Malaysian government's decision to renew the company’s operating licence last year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 17, 2020 | 6:40 am

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