August 14, 2019

Armenia clears Lydian to go ahead with Amulsar gold project

A third-party audit found no grounds for environmental crimes proceedings.

August 14, 2019

Machines to replace a third of workforce at Chuquicamata mine

Codelco officially inaugurated underground operations at the world’s largest open pit copper mine on Wednesday.

August 14, 2019

Northern Dynasty raises $11.5m for Pebble project

The Pebble deposit is one of the largest undeveloped copper-gold deposits in the world.

August 14, 2019

TMAC raises $40m with royalty deal

TMAC also released results from surface exploration and underground drilling at its Doris BTD extension.

August 14, 2019

Incoming Codelco CEO ‘optimistic’ about long-term copper price

The new operation at Chuquicamata would help Chile keep pace with modern demands for cleaner and more productive operations.

August 14, 2019

Vedanta fails to stop KCM liquidation in meeting with Zambia’s president

While the president agreed to listen to Vedanta Chairman Anil Argawal's position it did not change his mind.

August 14, 2019

China to launch new round of coal mine safety checks

The checks follow a spate of fatal coal mine accidents that stirred concerns over poor safety conditions.

August 14, 2019

Glencore loses bid to stop Australian tax office using ‘Paradise Papers’

The ruling potentially opens the door for Glencore to receive a backdated tax bill.

August 14, 2019

Northern Star goes after Barrick Gold’s Super Pit

Rumours indicate that if Barrick doesn't find a suitable bidder, it would try to talk JV partner Newmont Goldcorp into a joint sale of the entire asset.

August 13, 2019

Shakeout continues at Barrick Gold

The company is seeking a buyer for 50% of the Kalgoorlie gold mine in Australia.