June 12, 2024 A fifth of copper smelting capacity suspended in May, data shows Global inactivity reached 25.4% on May 8, with seasonal maintenance closures remaining a key feature, Earth-i said.
June 12, 2024 Congo to buy out UAE partner in gold venture as shipments slump The partnership sold 5 tons of hand-mined gold, worth about $300 million, in its first year of operation.
June 12, 2024 Western Australia resolves mining imbroglio threatening licences The government has approved draft legislation that will ensure the security of mining licences and permits in the state, a major producer of iron ore.
June 12, 2024 The world needs more batteries — but not this many By 2025, the global battery industry will be able to produce more than five times as many cells as the world will need, BNEF forecasts.
June 12, 2024 Zambia to set up mineral investment and trading unit The country, which produced 698,000 tonnes of copper in 2023, is targeting 3 million tonnes in annual output within the next decade.
June 12, 2024 Gold rush to endure through 2024, though $3,000 mark may prove elusive Spot gold is trading around $2,300 per ounce after hitting a record $2,449.89 on May 20.
June 11, 2024 Gold rush grips Asia despite near-record prices Retail investors have been pouring money into the safe-haven asset, with the metal finding increased acceptance among younger buyers.
June 11, 2024 US court receives offers for Citgo’s parent, credit bid submitted The share auction was organized in Delaware to pay creditors including oil producer ConocoPhillips and miners Rusoro, Crystallex and Gold Reserve.
June 11, 2024 Chart: Codelco delivers worst month of copper output since 2006 The Chilean state behemoth struggles to maintain its status as the world’s top copper supplier.
June 11, 2024 Column: China’s strong iron ore imports contrast with weak steel output China imported 102 million tonnes in May, marking a third straight month of arrivals of more than 100 million tonnes.
AME calls on BC Premier to appeal court decision on Indigenous rights in mineral claims staking The BC court previously determined the province’s DRIPA incorporates the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. December 12, 2025 | 01:32 pm
