November 21, 2019 Alrosa keeps Russian doll-type diamond in rare-find collection The selection of rare stones already includes a skull-shaped and a football-liked rough diamond that were mined in recent years.
November 20, 2019 Autonomous drones to lead the way in mining surveillance technology — report The technology is impactful, as it has the ability to quickly survey various areas of a mining operation, which has led to improved worker safety.
November 20, 2019 Countries reminded of consequences of inaction on the Kimberley Process The World Diamond Council said that member countries need to reach an agreement on necessary reforms.
November 19, 2019 Lundin Gold wins second UN sustainability honour Lundin has also developed a network of over 300 local suppliers in Ecuador. Since 2017, the company has injected about $61 million into the local economy.
November 19, 2019 Technology, convergence and new markets key to M&A activity in mining and metals — report Mining companies have a significant role to play in reducing emissions, and key mining players have already introduced actionable targets, EY says.
November 18, 2019 Rio Tinto enters ‘historic’ partnership with Innu community in Quebec Rio Tinto and the Ekuanitshit community have been engaged in a formal process of reconciliation and dialogue for nearly 10 years.
November 15, 2019 Global public consultation launched on tailings dam standards The initiative aims to prevent a repeat of Vale's tailings dam burst in January, which killed 300 people.
November 15, 2019 Australia launches office to boost rare earth projects The country wants to become the top supplier of critical minerals.
November 14, 2019 Two schools, six producers extend RIME partnership to 2026 New partner funding from 2020 to 2026 will total C$11.2 million for research.
November 14, 2019 BHP’s incoming CEO a much needed breeze of fresh air for the mining industry “Ethical,” “thoughtful,” “gender-equality champion,” are just some of the adjectives describing Mike Henry, BHP's next leader.
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