Zambia is reviewing mining tax framework, minister says The mining industry is key for heavily indebted Zambia, accounting for 10% of the country's GDP. Reuters | October 6, 2021 | 10:14 am
Peruvian community blocks key highway in protest against Glencore mine An indigenous community has blocked a key mining road in protest against the government and Glencore's Antapaccay copper mine. Reuters | October 6, 2021 | 9:59 am
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
GM, General Electric to develop supply chain of rare earth materials for EVs Partnership will evaluate ways to improve supplies of heavy and light rare earth materials and magnets, copper and electrical steel. Reuters | October 6, 2021 | 7:56 am
Peru strikes deal to avoid road blockade at Las Bambas mine The country's mining minister said in a tweet that the parties had reached the agreement in crunch talks. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 11:04 am
Brazil prosecutors seek $457 million from Vale, Samarco, BHP for dam disaster Prosecutors allege that the companies have not fulfilled the obligations outlined in a settlement agreed in 2018. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 10:39 am
Factbox: EV batteries’ major players and their expansion plans The global auto industry’s shift to electric vehicles has spurred an expansion race among battery makers. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 10:14 am
Home: Contrary copper remains out of favour with fund managers The copper market remains a quiet zone amidst the mayhem elsewhere, even if it is unlikely to remain so for much longer. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 8:12 am
Australia approves third new coal mine extension in a month Environment Minister Sussan Ley approved the extension for Glencore's Mangoola thermal coal mine in New South Wales. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 7:56 am
World’s largest miners pledge net zero carbon emissions by 2050 Direct and indirect emissions will be lowered by accelerating the use of renewable energy and reducing or eliminating the use of diesel trucks. Reuters | October 5, 2021 | 7:47 am
Aurubis to offer a $123 per tonne copper premium for 2022 An Aurubis spokesperson told that reasons for the increase included strong demand for copper which is expected to continue. Reuters | October 4, 2021 | 9:08 am
World must target absolute zero emissions, Australian iron ore mogul says "Green hydrogen is the solution we need to get to absolute zero,", said Andrew Forrest. Reuters | October 4, 2021 | 8:30 am