March 27, 2020 Australia’s iron ore giants push workers to stay at mine sites to escape coronavirus Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue are moving workers who would usually commute from major cities to stay on site for a minimum of two weeks.
March 27, 2020 Amplats continues repairs on processing facilities despite lockdown Repairs to continue on the Anglo Converter Plant after water was detected in the furnace.
March 27, 2020 AngloGold Ashanti cuts spending, suspends output guidance The company said current shutdowns would reduce its output by 30,000–40,000 ounces this year.
March 27, 2020 CEZ moves forward with partner on Cinovec lithium project Cinovec in the Czech Republic is the largest lithium deposit in Europe.
March 27, 2020 Petra Diamonds halts 2020 production target Facing a 21-day lockdown due to covid-19, the miner withdrew its full year production outlook of 3.8 million carats.
March 26, 2020 Freeport-McMoRan in talks to allow limited operations at Peru’s Cerro Verde mine The mine was temporarily transitioned to a care and maintenance status on March 16 after the Peruvian government declared a 15-day emergency to battle the coronavirus.
March 26, 2020 McEwen suspends mining at Black Fox and Gold Bar El Gallo operation in Mexico is the only one still operating.
March 26, 2020 Worldwide mining disruptions On a global scale, work is grinding to a halt and mines are being placed on temporary care and maintenance.
March 26, 2020 South African gold shipments to London have been cut off Rand Refinery, the continent’s only gold refiner, said it’s exploring back-up plans to meet its delivery commitments.
March 26, 2020 Northern Dynasty’s Pebble permit decision unaffected by covid-19 precautions The company is still targeting a federal permit decision by mid-2020.
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