July 6, 2023

UK needs to revive rich mining past to counter China’s minerals grip

The reopening of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall is part of a wave of mining activity across England’s southwestern tip.

July 5, 2023

Chile copper production at main mines down in May

Copper output from Escondida fell 21.5% to 83,900 metric tons.

July 5, 2023

US says it opposes export controls by China on metals, will consult allies

The United States "firmly" opposes export controls announced by China on gallium and germanium, a US Commerce Department spokesperson said.

July 5, 2023

Gold price could hit $12,000-$15,000 long term as it enters new bull phase, says analyst

We are still in the early days of the gold bull market, according to those at Goehring & Rozencwajg.

July 5, 2023

What are gallium and germanium? Niche metals hit by China curbs

Excluding China, other countries with gallium production capacity include Russia and Ukraine.

July 5, 2023

These are the world’s most valuable gold mines in development

In a recent report, Metals Focus ranked the top most valuable gold development projects, using its proprietary five-year gold and silver price forecasts for NPV calculations.

July 5, 2023

Codelco says 2023 copper production further hurt by heavy rains

The total production for the year is set to be in the lower estimated range of 1.35-1.42 million metric tons.

July 5, 2023

International miners set to benefit as China curbs germanium exports

China on Monday announced export restrictions on some gallium and germanium products, citing national security interests.

July 5, 2023

Zimbabwe to meet with Bravura over delayed platinum project

Bravura was awarded a 3,000-hectare concession in Selous, about 50 miles south of the capital, in 2019.

July 5, 2023

McKinsey adds to warnings of clean energy metals shortages

The number of the approximately 500 cobalt, copper, lithium and nickel mines operating today will need to increase by as much as 76%, it says.