December 18, 2024

Glencore in talks to sell Philippine copper smelting unit

Due to its location, the business — Pasar — has long been a key trading asset for Glencore.

December 18, 2024

Alrosa’s 2024 diamond output falls by 4.6%

The miner announced plans last month to suspend some production in 2025 and cut staff as it grapples with low global prices.

December 18, 2024

Barrick Gold seeks arbitration over Mali mines dispute

The miner said it could suspend operations if gold shipments remain blocked.

December 17, 2024

BHP sees rising uncertainty for miners on trade as Trump returns

Mining companies across the globe have been spooked by Trump’s plans to slap tariffs.

December 17, 2024

Russia sells stakes in some Kazakh uranium deposits to China

Kazatomprom accounted for 20% of global uranium production in 2023.

December 17, 2024

Arcadium Lithium investors sue miner over Rio Tinto takeover

Three shareholders of Arcadium Lithium have sued the miner and its board alleging negligence in Rio Tinto $6.7 billion takeover.

December 17, 2024

Rio Tinto, BHP, and BlueScope to build ‘green iron’ plant

Project could help reduce emissions by up to 80% if renewables and green hydrogen are used, the companies said.

December 16, 2024

BHP resumes South Flank iron ore operations after short pause

The mine was briefly closed due to heavy rains in the Pilbara region.

December 16, 2024

Samarco to invest more than $1 billion to resume full capacity

Samarco expects to produce 15 million tons of iron ore pellets in 2025, returning to a top 3 ranking for global exporters of the steelmaking ingredient.

December 16, 2024

Barrick to halt Mali operations if shipments remain blocked

If Mali continues to impede shipments from Loulo-Gounkoto, the country's largest gold mine, Barrick will cease operations.