Genomic sequencing techniques could be used to identify mineral deposits – report Analyzing bacterial species’ DNA could be used to locate mineral deposits buried beneath glacial overburden. MINING.COM Staff Writer | August 31, 2020 | 6:15 am
China Moly’s H1 cobalt production down 24% The company produced 6,543 tonnes of cobalt metal in January-June this year, down from the 8,614 tonnes it produced in the first half of 2019. Reuters | August 30, 2020 | 11:18 am
Outlook at Haile is uncertain, says OceanaGold Since June, 18 staff members tested positive for covid-19 at its South Carolina mine. Bruno Venditti | August 28, 2020 | 10:37 am
Codelco presses ahead with automation plans to bolster production The progress of Codelco's digitalization agenda has strained relations with the unions. Reuters | August 28, 2020 | 10:28 am
Brixton acquires Kodiak copper project in BC The property represents the largest contiguous mineral claim package in BC's Golden Triangle. MINING.COM Staff Writer | August 28, 2020 | 9:39 am
Freeport Indonesia workers end protest at Grasberg Operations were disrupted after protesters had blocked access to the mine since Monday, calling on the company to resume a bus service, and for a bonus payment. Reuters | August 28, 2020 | 8:26 am
Jiangxi Copper profit grows on higher output, prices Company posted a 5% rise in Q2 net profit as higher production and a strong rally in copper and gold prices cushioned a coronavirus-hit first half. Reuters | August 28, 2020 | 8:19 am
MINING.COM MINUTE: Biggest stories of the week Rhodium price on track for new record, copper to extend rally, Glencore strategy to underpin cobalt prices. MINING.com Editor | August 27, 2020 | 4:39 pm
Glencore puts entire stake in Mopani on the table in talks with Zambia Glencore will likely sell its entire 73.1% stake in Mopani Copper Mines to the Zambia government rather than become a minority stakeholder. Reuters | August 27, 2020 | 2:21 pm