May 23, 2021

Eco-friendly chemicals improve metal recoveries from froth flotation

A biodegradable cellulose-based compound proves to be more effective in separating metals than oil-based commercial frothers.

May 21, 2021

USA Rare Earth to take 80% stake in Round Top project in Texas

Round Top is probably the largest heavy rare earths deposit in the world outside of China, says USA Rare Earth CEO Pini Althaus.

May 21, 2021

Poland furious after EU court orders halt of major coal mine

The EU tribunal ordered Poland to halt lignite extraction from the Turow mine, owned by state-controlled PGE.

May 21, 2021

Greenland’s new mining minister backs Bluejay project

The ruling Inuit Ataqatigiit party has taken an anti-radioactive-element stance, but has publicly stated that it is pro-mining.

May 21, 2021

Centerra sues ex director over Kumtor mine expropriation

Company alleges the new mine manager conspired to steal Kumtor while he was a director.

May 20, 2021

Fujimori looks to speed up projects to tap copper riches in Peru

Peruvian presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori would support energy and mining projects if elected, a campaign adviser said.

May 20, 2021

Copper price rebounds, commodity demand signals “firing on all cylinders”

Recent weakening "still consistent with noise,” TD Securities analysts say.

May 20, 2021

Copper cupboard remains bare as discoveries dwindle — S&P study

South America was the top location for copper discoveries in the past 10 years.

May 20, 2021

Covid-19 lops 8% off mining capex spend in 2020 — report

Mining capital spending forecast of $176 billion is up 18% from 2020 and 2019 spends.

May 20, 2021

Swiss trader accused of laundering mafia money with diamonds

A Swiss trader stands trial on Thursday accused of knowingly buying diamonds worth $750,000 on behalf of Italian criminals to help them launder the proceeds of a $35 million tax…