First Majestic starts selling bullion at Nevada mint facility Inaugural production of bullion bars, branded “First Strike”, will be commemorated and sold as collectibles. Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 5:11 am
How science may assist green metals exploration efforts A recent paper in the journal Science Advances reveals new information that may inform future metal prospecting. Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 6:02 am
Video: Wheaton Precious Metals’ Randy Smallwood on ‘most active deal-making year’ Wheaton is celebrating one of its most active deal-making years, clinching eight transactions with over $1 billion in commitments. Northern Miner Staff | March 22, 2024 | 12:02 pm
Indian government rejects Hindustan Zinc’s plan to split company The company had planned to create separate entities for its zinc, lead, silver and recycling businesses. Reuters | March 22, 2024 | 5:17 am
Peru approves Buenaventura silver mine with $144 million investment The Yumpag project was approved to mine 1,000 tonnes per day, allowing it to produce an estimated 6.5-7.2 million oz. of silver by 2024. Reuters | March 20, 2024 | 8:55 am
Glencore-backed Peru zinc miner Volcan halts three mines over permits Volcan said it would suspend its operations in the San Cristobal, Carahuacra and Ticlio mines for up to 30 days as it works on updating an operating permit for its Rumichaca tailings dam. Reuters | March 19, 2024 | 11:37 am
Industry executives expect the world to reach net zero by 2060 – report The 2050 deadline seems too close for 600 executives in mining, oil and gas, utilities, chemicals and agribusinesses, according to Bain & Company. Staff Writer | March 17, 2024 | 7:19 am
Poor forecasting triggers big writedowns for miners while some get lucky, study shows The research appears appropriate at a time when nickel and lithium prices have crashed from 2022 highs as gold has set new records. Colin McClelland | March 15, 2024 | 10:40 am
Ecuadorian government releases controversial prior consultation manual In the absence of an organic law that regulates the right to prior consultation, the Ecuadorian Ministry of Energy and Mines issued a manual. Staff Writer | March 10, 2024 | 10:04 am
