McEwen kicks off commercial production at Gold Bar in Nevada
Once at full-tilt, the open-pit operation is expected to generate 65,000 ounces of gold annually over an 8-year mine life.
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World’s No. 2 lithium miner SQM sees demand growing by 17% this year
The Chilean lithium producer expects demand to grow about 17% in 2019 to at least 315,000 tonnes, compared to the less than 260,000 tonnes it totalled last year.
Zambia’s Chamber of Mines just deepened worries of sinking global copper output
Copper output in Africa’s second largest producing country could decline by as much as 100,000 tonnes this year, adding to recent, sharp declines at the world’s main producing nations.
Newcrest starts drilling at Greatland Gold’s project in Western Australia
The farm-in deal gives Newcrest the option to acquire 70% of the project by spending $65 million on exploration and development over five years.
Acacia blames Barrick for barring it from Tanzania talks, mulls takeover bid
Comments come after parent company Barrick Gold proposed to acquire all of the shares it does not already own in the Tanzanian miner.
BHP more bullish on long-term EV prospects
The world's largest miner has revised up expectations for electric vehicle sales and market penetration, but warns the electrification of the transport sector will proceed only as fast as the development of charging infrastructure does.
Indoor rainforest maker to transform former Australian coal mine
UK-based charity The Eden project has partnered with Alcoa to build a $150 million eco-tourism attraction at the company’s former Anglesea coal mine in Australia.
Lynas to move upstream processing of rare earths from Malaysia to Australia
The Australian miner, the world's only major producer of rare earths outside China, said the A$500 million-plan ($346 million) aims to boost production, appease Malaysian regulators and fend off takeover attempts.
Canada’s Pure Gold starts trading in London
The decision to take a dual listing comes as Canadian investors shun junior miners, preferring the buzz and growth potential of cannabis producers.
Canada injects $325K into ‘climate change adaptation’ for mining sector
Mining Association of Canada (MAC) will be in charge of developing program to give miners tools and knowledge needed to better plan for climate change.
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.
