September 29, 2021

South Africa’s rival unions unite in dispute over gold miner pay

Collectively, they are asking for a monthly pay increase of 1,500 rand ($100) for workers in Sibanye’s gold mines.

September 28, 2021

Mining companies need to be leaders in ESG — report

Being a laggard in any one of the three ESG components will hurt brand reputation and, ultimately, profits, GlobalData analyst says.

September 27, 2021

Hudbay reaches agreement with unions in Manitoba

Hudbay has now completed the collective bargaining process with all of its unions in Manitoba.

September 27, 2021

Rio Tinto and Canadian union reach labour deal for British Columbia ops

Unifor, which represents about 900 workers at the miner's aluminum smelting plant in Kitimat and power generating facility in Kemano, had started a strike action in July.

September 24, 2021

Iron ore miners lure workers to outback with resort-style living

Australia’s iron ore companies are turning to Olympic-sized swimming pools, virtual golf arcades and fine dining.

September 23, 2021

Mining People: Andean PM, Ready Set Gold, Seabridge Gold, Iamgold

Key moves in the mining industry.

September 23, 2021

South African mines have vaccinated about 45% of their workforce

South Africa’s mining industry contributes about 8% to the national gross domestic product.

September 22, 2021

DMCC appoints World Diamond Council traceability initiative ambassadors

The SoW applies every time a rough or polished diamond changes hands, assuring it originates from a source compliant with universally accepted principles on human and labour rights.

September 21, 2021

Loncor Gold names new CEO

John Barker has been involved in copper, diamond and platinum corporate initiatives in Southern Africa, including consulting for Robert Friedland.

September 20, 2021

SafeSight aims for safer mine rescue with emergency response drone

SafeSight’s ERD can access small spaces that conventional LiDAR-fitted equipment cannot.