China’s fast-growing copper champion is reshaping global metal supply After a three-decade exploration and acquisition blitz, Zijin Mining Group is digging up gold, copper and lithium across multiple continents. Bloomberg News | October 2, 2024 | 4:58 pm
Vale’s new boss pledges to grow copper output after falling behind rivals The company sees copper and nickel as part of the transition. Reuters | October 2, 2024 | 2:49 pm
Super Pit development kicks off at Barrick’s Lumwana copper mine in Zambia The $2 billion expansion is expected to transform Lumwana into a long-life, high yielding Tier 1 copper mine. Staff Writer | October 2, 2024 | 12:57 pm
Visualizing the decline of copper usage in EVs Copper content in EVs has steadily decreased over the past decade, even as overall copper demand rises due to the increasing adoption of EVs. Visual Capitalist - Elements | October 2, 2024 | 12:26 pm
Yorbeau Resources sells Rouyn gold project for $18.5 million The company will now focus on the Scott Lake zinc-copper deposit near Chibougamau. Staff Writer | October 2, 2024 | 8:31 am
Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements. Blair McBride - The Northern Miner | October 2, 2024 | 7:26 am
Uganda sets up state-owned firm to take stakes in mining operations All mining activities in the east African country have previously been done by private firms after obtaining exploration and mining licenses. Reuters | October 2, 2024 | 4:16 am
Capstone achieves commercial production at MVDP, releases feasibility for optimized project Capstone now plans to begin construction of the MV Optimized project following acceptance of its environmental permit application. Staff Writer | October 1, 2024 | 3:33 pm
Aurubis to shun takeovers, rebuild trust, new CEO says The company was rocked by a scandal last year when its copper was stolen by an organized crime ring. Reuters | October 1, 2024 | 10:46 am
