Miners seek partners for copper assets as M&A heats up A flurry of copper mining deals are being lined up for the next six to 12 months, industry sources told Reuters. Reuters | October 11, 2023 | 11:56 am
X-Batt and Consol collaborate on coal-based battery tech Researchers emphasized that many mines set to close soon don't have plans for future operations or transitioning to a post-coal economy. Henry Lazenby | October 11, 2023 | 11:35 am
Brink’s sues Air Canada after $17 million heist of gold and cash The carrier failed to ensure the shipment marked “valuable cargo” had adequate security and protection, Brink’s alleges. Bloomberg News | October 11, 2023 | 11:18 am
Gold price slump may boost demand from India’s festive shoppers Strong purchases during the October-December festival period, considered an auspicious time to own and wear gold, may underpin the global market. Bloomberg News | October 11, 2023 | 10:42 am
Stellantis, Rio Tinto raise bets on Argentina copper mining The fresh funds may give McEwen Copper more breathing space before going public. Bloomberg News | October 11, 2023 | 10:14 am
NASA to launch first mission to metal-rich asteroid Scientists believe the asteroid can help discoveries about Earth's core and those of other terrestrial planets. Staff Writer | October 11, 2023 | 9:19 am
Australian court backs coal mine expansions in key climate case Australia has seen a slew of legal challenges against projects over their forecast impact on global warming. Bloomberg News | October 11, 2023 | 9:00 am
New Found Gold’s high-grade assays keep it in billion-dollar club New Found is part of a central Newfoundland gold exploration surge. Staff Writer | October 11, 2023 | 8:08 am
World’s top miners need more ambition to meet climate targets The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis examined five miners with goals to become carbon neutral by 2050 — and found varying degrees of purpose in meeting that target. Bloomberg News | October 11, 2023 | 8:05 am