Brazil sees potential railway concession agreement with Vale this month The agreement with Vale could reach some 20 billion reais ($3.70 billion). Reuters | June 12, 2024 | 1:52 pm
A fifth of copper smelting capacity suspended in May, data shows Global inactivity reached 25.4% on May 8, with seasonal maintenance closures remaining a key feature, Earth-i said. Reuters | June 12, 2024 | 11:28 am
New Caledonia nickel industry at standstill amid unrest The riots sparked last month by electoral reform in the French-controlled territory has deepened a crisis for New Caledonia's loss-making nickel sector. Reuters | June 12, 2024 | 11:27 am
Vale, BHP make new offer on Mariana disaster reparations Vale said the new proposal totals $26.09 billion. Staff Writer | June 12, 2024 | 11:05 am
Mosaic Minerals options out Quebec gold project Mosaic's current exploration focus is on Quebec's critical minerals. Staff Writer | June 12, 2024 | 10:40 am
The Metals Company, SGS make world’s first cobalt sulphate from seafloor nodules In April, TMC and SGS produced the world’s first nickel sulphate directly from seafloor polymetallic nodules. Staff Writer | June 12, 2024 | 10:37 am
Congo to buy out UAE partner in gold venture as shipments slump The partnership sold 5 tons of hand-mined gold, worth about $300 million, in its first year of operation. Bloomberg News | June 12, 2024 | 10:00 am
Western Australia resolves mining imbroglio threatening licences The government has approved draft legislation that will ensure the security of mining licences and permits in the state, a major producer of iron ore. Bloomberg News | June 12, 2024 | 9:55 am
Ero Copper’s Tucumã project set for production in early Q3 The Tucumã open-pit mine is expected to produce 7,000 to 25,000 tonnes of copper concentrate this year. Staff Writer | June 12, 2024 | 8:14 am