Hastings Technology inks offtake deal with Chinese rare earths producer
Hastings, which is backed by Andrew Forrest, will supply a minimum of 10,000 tons per annum of concentrate for an initial seven years.
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Rusal to add Abramovich to lawsuit against Potanin over nickel miner pact
The application marks the latest flare-up in relations between two of Russia's biggest metal companies.
First Quantum mine shutdown piles pressure on Panama’s rating, Fitch says
The shutdown has reinforced downward pressure on the country's 'BBB-' rating and its deficit forecast, the agency said.
New study saves $1bn in upfront cost as SolGold shops Cascabel project
Pre-production capital used for initial mine development, first process plant module and infrastructure is now estimated at $1.55 billion.
Côté mine in Ontario to enter production next month, IAMGOLD says
Côté Gold will be the third largest gold mine in Canada with an expected mine life exceeding 18 years, the company said.
Column: West challenges China’s critical minerals hold on Africa
The West is now challenging China's tight grip on the mineral riches lying beneath the soil of the Congo and Zambia.
Three dead as bus carrying B2Gold employees attacked in Mali
A bus transporting employees from the Fekola Mine was attacked about 75 km west of Bamako.
Indonesia, Vale agree price for divestment, minister says
Share divestment is a condition required by authorities to extend Vale Indonesia's mining permit, which will otherwise end in 2025.
Australia lists nickel as ‘critical mineral’ to unlock billions in support
The move opens the way for the crisis-hit industry to access billions of dollars in cheap government loans.
