The impact is felt strongly by mining companies dependent on rail to either transport supplies in, or transport products and by-products from operations.

Lundin has also developed a network of over 300 local suppliers in Ecuador. Since 2017, the company has injected about $61 million into the local economy.

Highlights include 5.08 g/t gold over 18 metres, 4.24 g/t gold over 21 metres and 15.88 g/t gold over 6 metres.

The initiative aims to discuss with authorities predatory short-selling practices affecting junior miners.

As the price of lithium continues its slide and with no firm financing commitment, Nemaska has shut down operations temporarily.

Premier project resources currently stand at 2.78 million tonnes in the indicated category grading 7.46 g/t gold and 26.2 g/t silver.

The world's largest mining trade group said it has concerns with standards being considered for global tailings dam safety.