Chile to ‘sanction’ those responsible for sinkhole near copper mine

The mysterious hole of 36.5 meters in diameter that emerged in late July led the mining regulator to suspend operations of a nearby mine owned by Canada's Lundin in the northern district of Candelaria.

Reuters | August 8, 2022 | 4:28 pm

Barrick expects deal opportunities in copper, but won’t pay premiums

After strengthening its balance sheet, Barrick said it is “always looking at opportunities” but won’t be paying above-market prices.

Bloomberg News | August 8, 2022 | 2:29 pm

B2Gold, AngloGold shelve Gramalote gold JV in Colombia

The project was previously put on hold in 2014 after softer gold prices discouraged the JV from proceeding with a feasibility study.

Blair McBride | August 8, 2022 | 1:42 pm

Sumitomo hikes Chile copper project cost estimate by 60%

The 60% increase comes as the covid-19 pandemic has delayed construction at the Quebrada Blanca phase 2 project.

Reuters | August 8, 2022 | 6:30 am

Green energy development affected by rise in oil, metal prices — study

Researchers say that an increase in oil prices and other raw materials may lead to a reduction in the development of green energy.

Staff Writer | August 8, 2022 | 5:05 am

Canada sends mining equipment, personnel to the Dominican Republic to help rescue trapped miners

Two miners have been trapped for a week at the Cerro de Maimón operation.

Staff Writer | August 7, 2022 | 3:14 pm

Chilean authorities suspend Alcaparrosa’s operations due to giant sinkhole

Sernageomin said the decision to temporarily suspend Alcaparrosa’s operations was made in response to the safety concerns of the nearby Tierra Amarilla community.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | August 7, 2022 | 11:34 am