Latin America Top Stories

Codelco partners with Toyota and Mitsui to explore decarbonization of mining fleet

The initiative aims to generate synergies between Toyota's expertise in zero- and low-emission vehicles, Mitsui's experience in strategic alliances, and Codelco's track record in the management of world-class mining operations.

Staff Writer | November 6, 2024 | 8:24 am

Canada approves Pan American’s sale of Peru gold mine to Zijin

Deal gives Pan American 60% of the future copper concentrate…

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 6, 2024 | 4:07 am

Teck outlines detailed strategy for copper growth

The company plans to invest $3.2 billion to $3.9 billion…

Staff Writer | November 5, 2024 | 10:48 am

Delay in Chile mining permits a serious problem, says local head of Freeport

President Gabriel Boric’s government is pushing for reforms to streamline…

Reuters | November 5, 2024 | 7:33 am

Codelco seeks permit for $650m Andina water project

The plan is to funnel water from the mine's Ovejeria…

Reuters | November 5, 2024 | 6:48 am

Anglo American not a sitting duck after breakup, CEO says

The mining giant is restructuring its business to mainly focus on energy transition metal copper.

Reuters | October 3, 2024 | 6:36 am

Vale backs Brazil critical minerals fund in nod to government

The fund is backed by Vale and Brazil’s development bank BNDES.

Bloomberg News | October 2, 2024 | 5:13 pm

China’s fast-growing copper champion is reshaping global metal supply

After a three-decade exploration and acquisition blitz, Zijin Mining Group is digging up gold, copper and lithium across multiple continents.

Bloomberg News | October 2, 2024 | 4:58 pm

Vale’s new boss pledges to grow copper output after falling behind rivals

The company sees copper and nickel as part of the transition.

Reuters | October 2, 2024 | 2:49 pm

Brazilian state to host COP30 climate summit defends gold mining rules

Brazil's Green Party has challenged the regulations allowing municipal authorities to license gold prospects of up to 500 hectares.

Reuters | October 2, 2024 | 1:22 pm

Rio2 receives key permits for Fenix gold mine in Chile

The permits cover mining methods, processing plant, waste dumps and stockpiles, and the closure plan.

Staff Writer | October 2, 2024 | 10:21 am

New Vale CEO set to earn up to $11 million annually

About 80% of Gustavo Pimenta’s compensation is tied to achieving specific targets.

Staff Writer | October 2, 2024 | 9:14 am

Gold Fields adopts space technology to boost exploration in Chile

It will apply Australia’s Fleet Space technology to boost exploration efforts at its Salares Norte gold mine in northern Chile.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 2, 2024 | 7:55 am

Capstone achieves commercial production at MVDP, releases feasibility for optimized project

Capstone now plans to begin construction of the MV Optimized project following acceptance of its environmental permit application.

Staff Writer | October 1, 2024 | 3:33 pm

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