Resolute’s Syama gold mine in Mali to be fully automated
The fully automated underground section of the mine is scheduled for commissioning in late 2018.
Cecilia Jamasmie , Editor-in-Chief
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Vale moves ahead with long-awaited expansion of Voisey’s Bay mine
Transiting Voisey's Bay nickel mine from open-pit operations to underground will cost about $2 billion, and is expected to extend its productive life to 2035.
Vale confirms coming ‘announcement’ about Canada’s Voisey’s Bay mine
Government and company officials told CBC News that a "significant" mining announcement would take place on Monday.
Northvolt begins building Europe’s largest lithium-ion battery plant
The battery cell maker is working on the first section of the factory, in Skellefteå in the north of Sweden, which will be completed in 2020 and produce eight gigawatt cell capacity per year.
Brazil’s President to change mining regulations as early as next week
Michel Temer is expected to issue a decree next week introducing key changes to mining rules that date back to the 1960s.
Rio Tinto signs JV exploration deal with China’s Minmetals
The companies are committed to explore for mineral deposits first in the Asian country and then the rest of the world .
OZ Minerals closer than ever to grabbing Brazil-focused Avanco
The takeover offer, which expires next week, offers great exploration potential because Avanco owns a vast landholding in the copper and iron ore-rich Carajás region, second only to giant Vale.
Impala Platinum gives Zimbabwe almost half of its mining land
The miner's Zimbabwean subsidiary, Zimplats, has released 23,903 hectares of its mining claims to the government.
Botswana Diamonds grabs rights for ‘high potential’ S. African prospect
Area is close to the Venetia mine, operated by De Beers, which delivers around 40% of South Africa’s annual diamond production.
Results of Gabriel’s lawsuit against Romania may be known late 2019
Company is seeking $4.4 billion in compensation for alleged losses related to its Rosia Montana gold and silver project, which Bucharest halted following relentless protests.
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.
