October 9, 2014

Areva begins processing uranium from Cameco’s Cigar Lake

Cameco’s Cigar Lake mine is set to become one of the world’s biggest by 2018.

October 8, 2014

The U.S. shale revolution is underway: This drill-rig mover, backed by a Canadian oilpatch titan, is poised to capitalize

The still-rising shale energy boom is moving the United States ever closer to energy independence. This means drilling activity is skyrocketing — and will continue to be heavy for years.

October 8, 2014

Cutifani says tough decisions needed to restore credibility

Anglo's chief warned the company plans to take severe measures over the next two years.

October 8, 2014

Rio Tinto’s $3.7bn Mozambique coal business sold for $50m

Transaction marks the end of a dreadful venture for the mining giant.

October 8, 2014

Glencore doesn’t give up on Rio Tinto, seeks to create largest mining company

It’s good to be Ivan Glasenberg’s neighbour.

October 7, 2014

Chile’s top court orders Goldcorp to halt El Morro mine

Once again the mining giant's $3.9 million project can't move forward until local indigenous groups who oppose it are better consulted.

October 7, 2014

Gold output hike boosts Mexico’s Durango state appeal

The news represents a relief for local authorities, which have seen several projects halted in recent months.

October 7, 2014

Queensland wants coal waste to be dumped onshore, not near reef

The state government submitted an application to the federal government for 3mn m³ of dredging material to be disposed on land.

October 7, 2014

Port Hedland’s iron ore shipments to China fall in Sept

But with BHP Billiton's announced production boost the port is likely to recover quickly.

October 6, 2014

‘No discussion taking place with Glencore’: Rio Tinto

Preferring to "successfully execute" alone.