Rio’s $1bn spend to reach zero emissions “not enough”Rio's boss said consumers, governments and shareholders must all be willing to make sacrifices if climate targets are to be met.Cecilia Jamasmie | February 26, 2020 | 3:56 am
Iron ore shows rain can triumph over China virus fearsIron ore’s robust performance is built around supply disruptions from…Reuters | February 25, 2020 | 1:45 pm
Australian state turns to crowdsourcing to uncover mineral richesRio Tinto, BHP and Newcrest have all announced significant discoveries…Reuters | February 25, 2020 | 7:16 am
Northern Dynasty scores temporary win in battle against EPA U.S. federal court won't make a final decision until at least January 2, 2015. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 25, 2014 | 11:00 am
CHART: BHP before and after spin-off Bubble chart shows heavy reliance on iron ore and oil for revenues and profits post demerger. Frik Els | September 25, 2014 | 12:01 am
Iron ore trade to grow 35% over five years Top iron ore miner Vale expected claw back market share from Australian competitors thanks to its Serra Sul mine and use of Valemax mega-carriers. Frik Els | September 24, 2014 | 5:58 pm
BHP to go ahead with London-listing of demerged $15bn firm New company would still have its primary listing in Australia, with secondary listings in South Africa and the UK. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 5:12 pm
China’s iron ore imports to fall in September — report Shanghai Metals Market warns slim profits and continuous declines in steel prices have dampened Chinese mills’ appetite for iron ore. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 2:34 pm
Low metal prices put chill on global mineral exploration Fresh data suggests it is still too early to celebrate a recovery in the sector. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 1:15 pm
BHP-Mitsubishi axing 700 coal mining jobs Companies said over-staffing in the current environment was threatening the viability of their Australian operations. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 23, 2014 | 3:00 pm
What will Ivan buy next? Take 2 "All that's required is to hand the world’s best mining assets to the world’s best management." Frik Els | September 18, 2014 | 7:57 pm
Australia govt forecast: Iron ore price below $100 for 5 years Iron ore will recover to above $90 a tonne over the medium term, but dips to low $70s not ruled out. Frik Els | September 17, 2014 | 7:19 pm