DRC-Zambia border reopens, copper exports resume Congo's import ban last month led to protests and Zambia closing the border for transport drivers' safety. Staff Writer | August 13, 2024 | 7:35 am
India to offer incentives for critical minerals extraction India plans to provide funding for research institutes to give technical assistance to miners. Reuters | August 13, 2024 | 7:15 am
Video: Chinese lithium oversupply comes at a cost, says Patriot Battery Metals CEO Although lithium prices remain low, and recent market volatility has caused confusion, Ken Brinsden sees reasons for optimism. Kristie Batten | August 13, 2024 | 7:15 am
Uranium Energy restarts uranium production in Wyoming The first shipments are expected in November or December. Reuters | August 13, 2024 | 7:02 am
CleanTech Lithium heads for Australian listing The Chile-focused explorer and direct lithium extraction enthusiast will also seek $13m in capital funding. Cecilia Jamasmie | August 13, 2024 | 5:47 am
BHP workers at Escondida copper mine go on strike The strike at the world’s largest copper mine began at 8 a.m. Chile time and involves the union’s 2,400 members. Cecilia Jamasmie | August 13, 2024 | 3:53 am
A $91 billion trade means mining in one of the world’s hottest places Heatwaves during Australia's most recent summer set new extremes across the Pilbara region, roughly the size of Spain. Bloomberg News | August 12, 2024 | 3:38 pm
Union at BHP’s Escondida mine says company made ‘illegal’ offer amid negotiations The union accuses the company of making an offer outside of a government-mandated mediation process. Reuters | August 12, 2024 | 3:33 pm
Lundin hit by worker strike at Caserones copper mine This year, the Caserones mine is expected to produce 120,000 to 130,000 tonnes of copper and 2,500 to 3,000 tonnes of molybdenum. Staff Writer | August 12, 2024 | 2:47 pm