Rio Tinto readies to close world’s biggest diamond mine
The miner expects to see production of rough diamonds drop from 17 million carats last year to 12-14 million in 2020 as a result.
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Scotgold readies to open Scotland’s first commercial gold mine
Chief executive Richard Gray expects to see a "mini gold rush" in the Scottish Highlands in coming years.
IAMGOLD’s 2019 production falls short, CEO to retire
Attributable gold production last year reached 726,000 gold ounces, compared to the 765,000 to 810,000 ounces the company expected.
Rising civil unrest adds to mining risks in 2020
Risk consultancy Verisk Maplecroft foresees as many as 75 countries having to deal with soaring public rage over a variety of topics, including economic inequality.
Chile regulator backs SQM lithium production expansion
Chile’s Environmental Superintendent (SMA) said the ruling invalidating the miner's plan was "unfounded."
Continental Gold shareholders urged to back Zijin’s $1bn takeover deal
China’s No.1 gold producer wants access to Continental’s flagship Buritica project in Colombia.
Savannah Resources completes licensing for Mozambique JV with Rio Tinto
The miner said full tenement permitting of Mutamba is now completed and expects to begin production before year-end.
Endeavour Mining drops bid for Centamin
The Canadian miner will not make a firm offer for Centamin, citing a lack of information received during the due diligence process.
Resolute in talks to sell Ravenswood gold mine to EMR Capital
The asset could fetch up to A$300 million ($207 million).
Siemens to go ahead with Aussie coal mine contract despite pressure
CEO Joe Kaeser said Adani's Carmichael mine would go ahead with or without Siemens, adding he had to balance stakeholder interests.
Savannah nears full ownership of Barroso lithium lease
The Aldeia lease transfer would expand Barroso’s resource base as Savannah targets EU lithium supply and advances permitting.
