October 14, 2019 Nyrstar’s Langlois mine in Canada to cease production in December The Langlois mine produced 24,000 tonnes on zinc in concentrate last year.
October 13, 2019 Australia says advancing talks with US on rare earths mines The country wants to bolster production outside China, which dominates the output of the materials.
October 11, 2019 Majority of firms fail at conflict minerals due diligence A Responsible Sourcing Network study analyzed 215 companies’ disclosures.
October 8, 2019 BHP says “social value” to be key aspect of its business planning The world's largest miner is moving from keeping a social licence to creating value for its stakeholders.
October 4, 2019 MSHA reinstates its 2017 workplace exam rule The MSHA’s announcement may make it seem as if the rule’s fate is finally settled, but that’s far from the truth.
October 3, 2019 Iamgold denies Rosebel mine halt, continues ramping up operations Operations were suspended for security reasons in early August after an incident involving police left an artisanal miner dead and some equipment damaged.
October 2, 2019 Rise of ethical investing, social license the top risks to miners The mining and metals sector is facing greater scrutiny from end consumers, demanding a transparent, ethical supply chain.
October 1, 2019 Energy and mining divisions merge to create Glacier Resource Innovation Group MINING.com is now part of Glacier Media's Resource Innovation Group.
October 1, 2019 Newmont Goldcorp kicks off commercial production at all-electric Borden mine The world's first all-electric operation is located near Chapleau, Ontario, about 160 kms west of the company’s Porcupine mine.
September 29, 2019 Union leader asks workers to vote for strike action at Los Pelambres Workers are expected to go to the polls Monday and Tuesday and reject Antofagasta’s latest proposal.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
