May 15, 2014 Chile’s Bachelet likely to name new Codelco chief next week The announcement could come anytime before May 21, when the President is scheduled to address the nation.
May 14, 2014 BHP Billiton announces major shake-up of non-core operations The news comes of the heels of the creation of a new aluminum division, BHP Billiton Aluminum Pty Ltd.
May 14, 2014 Australian government eliminates mining tax The announcement was part of the Federal Budget unveiled Tuesday night, considered the toughest in almost two decades.
May 13, 2014 BHP Billiton CEO speaks at Miami conference The company has been trying to sell its 41.3% stake in Mount Nimba in Guinea since July 2012, as a boost to its plans to exit West Africa and focus…
May 12, 2014 Mozambique to open new round of coal bids Following adoption of new mine ownership law for coking coal-rich southern African nation.
May 12, 2014 BHP Billiton ready to offload Guinea iron ore stake World's No. 1 steelmaker, ArcelorMittal, said to be the most likely buyer of BHP's stake in Mount Nimba.
May 9, 2014 EPA considers stricter disclosure on fracking fluids The agency will begin soliciting comment on whether companies should publicly list the chemicals used to extract fuels out of the ground.
May 8, 2014 Miners’ time to rejoice: Rio Tinto hints at imminent end of downturn The head of the world’s second largest mining company, Sam Walsh, said he will soon stop focusing on cost cuts to centre on growth again.
May 8, 2014 Australia gives green light to new $15bn coal mine despite Barrier Reef qualms Adani Group's mine, designed to eventually produce 60 million tonnes of thermal coal a year, has been the focus of ongoing opposition.
May 7, 2014 BSGR files notice of dispute over lost Guinea mining rights BSGR denied any laws were broken and accused president Conde and his allies of attempting to steal BSGR’s assets.
Codelco, SQM kick off lithium tie-up with board meeting The NovaAndino Litio company was established after an agreement signed in May 2024 and valid until 2060. December 29, 2025 | 07:59 am
