New technocrat Mexican leader unlikely pro-mining even as she replaces ‘whim and bombast’

Claudia Sheinbaum is expected to continue the anti-mining policies of outgoing President Andres Manuel López Obrador.

Colin McClelland | June 3, 2024 | 7:49 am

Vulcan rejects Mexico’s ‘illegal expropriation’ of its investments

The company has been engaged in a years-long conflict with Mexico's government after officials ordered a halt to limestone quarrying at Vulcan's mining unit in 2022.

Reuters | May 27, 2024 | 12:00 pm

Electric mining vehicle industry’s value to reach $23 billion by 2044 – report

A new IDTechEx report notes that large EV batteries and innovative fast-charging methods are driving the adoption of electric and autonomous mining vehicles.

Staff Writer | May 26, 2024 | 7:31 am

Mexican president rules out expropriating Vulcan’s mine but maintains land closure

Lopez Obrador has accused the company, which extracts limestone in southern part of the country, of environmental damage.

Reuters | May 22, 2024 | 10:23 am

Golden Minerals sells Mexican mine, shifts focus to Argentina

Total consideration is $5.5 million cash, plus value-added tax.

Staff Writer | May 10, 2024 | 11:17 am

Mexico eliminates aluminum import tariffs to combat shortage

The majority of Mexico’s raw aluminum imports come from Asian countries, with 42% of the total coming from China in February.

Bloomberg News | May 9, 2024 | 4:16 pm

Panama president-elect rules out First Quantum talks until arbitration dropped

Until closure, Cobre Panama was responsible for approximately 5% of Panama's GDP.

Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 6:49 am

Sierra Metals updates resources for Yauricocha, Bolivar mines

The updated mineral reserves and resources confirm the long production history of both assets, Sierra's CEO said.

Staff Writer | May 7, 2024 | 8:07 am

First Quantum hopes new Panamanian leader brings fresh look to disputed copper mine

Analysts see the election result as a positive development for the Cobre Panama mine.

Reuters | May 6, 2024 | 2:30 pm

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