Cecilia Jamasmie, Author at MINING.COM

This deserted African mining town is almost flooded by sand… and ghosts

In the early 1900s, after the discovery of diamonds in the southern Namib desert, German miners flocked to the area, developing this unique town known as Kolmanskop.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 9, 2014 | 4:32 pm

Deutsche Bank opens massive bullion vault in London

With a capacity of 1,500 tonnes.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 9, 2014 | 3:29 pm

Countdown begins for decision on Northern Gateway pipeline

After being conditionally approved in December, the federal cabinet had 180 days to announce its final decision on the pipeline. This makes the deadline June 17.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 9, 2014 | 2:49 pm

US judge rules Alpha Natural coal mines polluted streams

The second-largest U.S. coal producer severely harmed aquatic life, says the ruling.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 9, 2014 | 11:36 am

Quebec commits up to $20 million for new Labrador Through rail line

Quebec commits up to $20 million for new Labrador Trough rail line

The government has set aside a maximum of $20 million from its Northern Plan Fund to estimate costs and define the best railway option for the iron-ore rich region.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 6, 2014 | 7:12 pm

US start-up ready to sell lab-made rare earths

The first two to hit the market are neodymium and dysprosium, needed for manufacturing powerful magnets that work at high temperatures.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 6, 2014 | 5:11 pm

Codelco removes CEO Keller after clash over cost cuts

Keller had been commended for his efforts to overhaul old mines and cut costs at Codelco, but his tough style is said to have triggered tensions within the company and its powerful unions.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 6, 2014 | 3:02 pm

Canadian oil sands not dirty: EU

After years of lobbying, Canada's Federal Government seems to have persuaded the European Commission to change draft rules that would open the way for Alberta crude supplies.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 6, 2014 | 10:15 am