September 20, 2017 BHP Olympic Dam produces first copper cathode from heap leach pilot plan Bureau Veritas’ state-of-the art mineral testing facility in Adelaide is supporting BHP and South Australia to achieve their Copper Growth Strategies.
September 20, 2017 Tanzania orders wall built around tanzanite mines, purchases of stones President John Magufuli also directed the central bank to buy the precious stone to boost reserves — the latest twist in a spat with mining firms over alleged tax evasion.
September 20, 2017 Philippines delays environment minister nomination approval over mining woes Former minister Lopez had to leave the post after the same legislative panel that delayed Cimatu’s confirmation rejected her appointment.
September 19, 2017 Giant Peru copper project attracts first bidder Peru is auctioning off the $2 billion Michiquillay copper project in the northern region of Cajamarca on November 15.
September 19, 2017 BHP Billiton Foundation launches two new transparency projects BHP Billiton Foundation announced Tuesday its financial support for two new global projects launched at an event held in Washington DC.
September 19, 2017 South Africa labour disputes drag Petra Diamonds shares down Shares in the diamond miner fell for a second consecutive day after it warned that two of its South african mines had been affected by strikes.
September 19, 2017 Peruvian farmer sues Newmont in US court over alleged use of violence, threats Acuña and her family claim the company used violence and threats to try to evict her from her home and so make way for its $5 billion gold and copper…
September 19, 2017 BHP’s shareholders to vote whether firm should leave Australia’s top mining lobby group Investors to vote on the two resolutions submitted ethical investing group ACCR at BHP’s annual general meeting in London in October.
September 19, 2017 Congo’s Gecamines to set new rules on mining proceeds New controls aims at holding the company's partners, including Glencore, China Molybdenum and Ivanhoe, accountable in copper and cobalt projects
September 19, 2017 Brazil’s Vale to meet debt target before implementing new growth plans – exec The company is also interested in investing in the electricity sector itself or through a joint venture.
Chinese court sentences 27 people for smuggling antimony ingots The case involved the smuggling of more than 166 metric tons of antimony, of which Chinese customs seized more than 96 tons. December 16, 2025 | 07:22 am
