Majority of firms fail at conflict minerals due diligence
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Ecuador woes weigh on SolGold’s shares, projects future
The company's value has halved since May, when a proposed referendum on mining casted doubts on the miner's future in the Andean country.
Gran Colombia buys stake in Western Atlas, says production up 7% this year
The Canadian miner now owns about 20% of Western Atlas and says is on track to meet its 2019 production target of between 225,000 and 240,000 ounces.
Blockade at Las Bambas copper mine in Peru puts output targets at risk
Operations have been disrupted since Sept. 22, with roadblocks stopping shipments from and supplies to the mine.
Peñasquito blockade lifted, operations still suspended
Newmont Goldcorp said operations at the Mexican mine remained temporarily halted.
Colombian workers at Fura Gems’ mine claim unsafe operating conditions
Former employees say the fabled emerald mine doesn’t meet global safety standards, in terms of protective gear and equipment.
Satellites to monitor copper supply from space
SAVANT can provide up-to-date operational status of about 90% of the world’s copper smelters.
BHP says “social value” to be key aspect of its business planning
The world's largest miner is moving from keeping a social licence to creating value for its stakeholders.
China tightens grip on Ivanhoe’s massive congo copper project
The deal ups Zijin’s holding to 13.88% from 9.8% and reduces Friedland’s to 13.2%, leaving two Chinese companies as the Canadian miner’s top shareholders.
Columbus Gold says French Guiana project safe with new Paris mining delegate
Mining engineer Didier Le Moine helped build a nickel industry in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia.
Brazil delays critical minerals areas auction
The regulator said funding shortfalls prevent it from covering the costs needed to move ahead with the tender process.
