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.
May 7, 2014 Newmont Mining may halt Indonesia operations The Indonesian government plans to increase export tax on copper concentrates to 35% by January 2015.
May 6, 2014 Make way for more driverless trucks: BHP The autonomous trucks cut costs by reducing the need to house, feed and employ four drivers.
Anglo Asian expects copper output to triple in 2026 The London-listed miner anticipates copper production of at least 20,000 and up to 25,000 tonnes. February 18, 2026 | 09:44 am
