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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 10:10 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 10:05 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 10:01 am
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. Staff Writer | February 16, 2024 | 9:47 am
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. Staff Writer | February 16, 2024 | 8:54 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 8:38 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 8:11 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 7:59 am
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. Reuters | February 16, 2024 | 7:52 am