August 30, 2018

Congo’s H1 copper production rises 8%, cobalt output up 38%

Congo is Africa's top copper producer and the world's leading miner of cobalt, which is a key component in electric vehicles and other electronic products.

August 29, 2018

Trump allows targeted relief on steel, aluminum quotas -Commerce Department

South Korea, Brazil and Argentina will benefit from the measure.

August 29, 2018

Seven new powerhouses to drive mineral demand: EMR exec

"It is not just China."

August 29, 2018

Australian southern state open to mining

Victoria's government wants to spend $220 million on exploration and drill one million metres by 2023.

August 29, 2018

Striking workers at Chile’s Andina copper mine reject new offer

The 83 workers of the Plantas de Andina union began a strike on Aug. 20 after contract negotiations over salaries and bonuses failed.

August 29, 2018

Phoenix Global Mining seeks New York funds after London disappoints

Phoenix Global Mining, which is reopening a U.S. copper mine abandoned during World War II when its workforce left to fight, plans to list in New York in September after…

August 29, 2018

Chile’s Antofagasta looks to expand mining operations in January

The London-listed company said in February it had received environmental approval for the three-stage infrastructure upgrade.

August 29, 2018

Teck seeking partner for $4.8bn Quebrada Blanca mine expansion

Canada's largest diversified miner said that before beginning the copper mine upgrade, it would have to secure a development partner able to invest $2billion for up to 30% to 40%…

August 28, 2018

Hecla’s silver-copper project in remote Montana overcomes hurdle

If it goes ahead, the Rock Creek Mine would be built beneath the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness.

August 28, 2018

Platinum-gold alloy is the most wear-resistant metal in the world

Researchers say the alloy could save the electronics industry more than $100 million a year.