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TMC shares surge as support for deep sea mining grows ahead of Trump presidency

Several nominees for positions in the president-elect’s administration have previously voiced support for ocean mining.

Staff Writer | January 15, 2025 | 8:59 am

Aussie junior Minerals 260 to buy gold project from Zijin

ASX-listed junior will scale up with the A$166.5 million deal,…

Kristie Batten | January 14, 2025 | 7:18 am

JV Video: Geopolitical tensions elevate mining’s strategic role, EY expert says

Theo Yameogo, EY’s metals and mining leader for North America,…

Northern Miner Staff | January 9, 2025 | 12:58 pm

Two bids made for Glencore stake in New Caledonia’s Koniambo Nickel

KNS halted its operations in March after Glencore decided to…

Reuters | January 8, 2025 | 6:51 am

JV Video: Mandalay Resources seeks to become a mid-tier gold producer

Toronto-based Mandalay has used revenue from its Bjorkdal gold mine…

Northern Miner Staff | January 3, 2025 | 6:03 am

Video: How innovation and accountability could help green gold portfolios

Mining executives argued for a sharper industry focus on economic solvency, environmental accountability and public perception at a London event this month.

Northern Miner Staff | December 31, 2024 | 9:38 am

Infographic: How global gold production has evolved since 1993

The biggest change over three decades is China becoming the number one producer, as its output has more than tripled.

Blair McBride- The Northern Miner | December 25, 2024 | 10:00 pm

Ontario pension backs $100m funding for tech firm spotting deposits from space

Private firm Fleet Space uses satellite technology, AI and real-time 3-D imaging to speed up critical mineral searches.

Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | December 11, 2024 | 10:23 am

Bougainville’s independence path relies on economy, says PNG’s Marape

Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama is seeking international investors to re-open one of the world's biggest copper mines, with Marape backing his authority on Wednesday.

Reuters | December 10, 2024 | 5:05 pm

New Caledonia nickel miner flags ‘fragile’ outlook after restart

Prony Resources warned that its Goro mine is economically vulnerable after a recent suspension due to unrest.

Bloomberg News | December 8, 2024 | 6:40 pm

The battle for New Zealand’s Reefton Goldfield

A fast-track approvals Bill to reduce permitting from two years to six months for mining projects has ushered in a new era of bustling exploration activity amid fierce competition.

Amanda Stutt | December 6, 2024 | 12:07 pm