October 27, 2017

In bizarre twist, coal may become a scarce commodity: Russell

The current debate surrounding coal is generally one of how long it will continue to play a role in the world's energy mix before it is replaced by cleaner alternatives,…

October 27, 2017

IMARC set to exceed industry expectations

IMARC set to exceed industry expectations having confirmed more than 3,500 people to attend – a 40 per cent increase on last year’s attendance.

October 26, 2017

Major Guinea bauxite mine to start producing in 2019

Alliance Mining Commodities will invest $670 million over the first five years of production at its mine in northwestern Guinea, Saadou Nimaga.

October 26, 2017

Fortescue Q1 iron ore shipments up, price forecast down

Fortescue Metals Group reported slight rise in fiscal first-quarter iron ore shipments, also warned its ore was selling at a greater discount than expected.

October 26, 2017

Australia notified China of Adani coal mine approvals in letter

Australian politicians told China of government approvals for controversial A$16.5-billion ($13-billion) coal mine project being built by Adani Enterprises.

October 25, 2017

Australia’s Newcrest Q1 gold output falls, quake-hit mine eyed

Gold producer says its total gold output from mines fell to 522,917 oz in the quarter ended Sept. 30 from 615,498 oz in the same period a year earlier.

October 20, 2017

Rio opens books to over half-dozen possible suitors for Australia coal mines

If successful, the mines could fetch around $2bn and complete Rio's plan to finalise its exit from the sector and focus on iron ore, copper and aluminum.

October 19, 2017

BHP presents united front against activist Elliott

Ken MacKenzie defended CEO after attacks from activist investor Elliott Advisors prompted speculation that the end of Andrew Mackenzie's tenure was imminent.

October 19, 2017

BHP expects China’s growth to ease modestly over short term

"[W]e expect growth in China to ease modestly over the short-term, as monetary policy tightens and housing and automotive markets soften," Mackenzie said.

October 19, 2017

BHP presents united front against activist Elliott

Pressure has mounted on BHP and its chief executive since Elliott went public in April with its criticisms of the miner's strategy.