Chile copper workers begin nationwide strike over smelter closure
News of the strike comes amid an historic $583 million reinvestment plan for Codelco announced by the government.
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Lithium Power to become sole owner of Chile project
Lithium Power is merging with its JV partners on the Maricunga project in Chile to become the asset’s sole owner.
Tesla lithium supplier targets first shipment by year-end
Australia’s Core Lithium is expected to supply Tesla with up to 110,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate over four years.
Glencore unit pleads guilty to bribery in Africa
Glencore Energy admitted to paying more than $28 million in bribes to secure preferential access to oil in five countries.
Alamos Gold kicks off production at new Mexican mine
La Yaqui Grande will extend gold production from the Mulatos mine by five years to 2027 and is expected to churn out 123,000 ounces per year.
Vedanta selling halted copper smelter, four years later
The southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu closed it in 2018 after 13 people died when police opened fire on protesters.
Glencore trading profit poised for best-ever year
Glencore expects adjusted operating profit to exceed $3.2bn for the first half of the year amid "unprecedented" market environment.
Miners must invest in critical minerals or risk energy transition – report
The world's largest miners are in excellent financial shape to lead global transition to clean energy, says PwC.
BHP to shut Mount Arthur coal mine as buyers walk
BHP is, hower, seeking approval to keep the mine running beyond 2026, until 2030, amid high coal prices and a tight market.
Kinross Gold sells Russian assets at half the agreed price
Kinross, which operated in Russia for about 25 years, said the price change followed a review by a recently formed commission to control foreign investments.
The Northern Miner launches the Goldquest Challenge — and you could win a trip to Vancouver!
Calling all international students with a curiosity for gold, mining, and a little adventure.
