September 16, 2024 Ma’aden, Bahrain’s Alba partner to pursue global aluminum business This potential combination would create a global powerhouse in aluminum production, the companies said.
September 16, 2024 Tribal warfare kills at least 20 near Porgera mine in PNG, estimates UN The mine was briefly forced to cease operations as the fighting intensified, according to media reports.
September 16, 2024 Vedanta alumina output unaffected after water breach Rising alumina prices have already been putting pressure on aluminum makers’ margins.
September 15, 2024 Alcoa to sell its 25.1% stake in Ma’aden joint venture for $1.1 billion After completing the transaction, Alcoa would own approximately 2% of Ma’aden’s current shares outstanding.
September 14, 2024 Vale says routine check revealed cracks in dam, stability unchanged In a securities filing, the company said the issue concerns the Forquilha III dam at the Fabrica iron ore mine.
September 13, 2024 Nippon Steel bid for US Steel faces Sept. 23 review deadline The deal has become a political hot potato and faces high-profile opponents.
September 13, 2024 Solidcore expects 2024 profit growth due to higher prices The second-largest gold miner in Kazakhstan reaffirmed its forecast to produce 475,000 gold equivalent ounces in 2024.
September 13, 2024 Ivanhoe to explore Zambia with a view of replicating success in DRC The company said it has applied for a significant exploration licence package in Zambia.
September 12, 2024 US Strategic Metals, Glencore enter processing partnership with Chilean Cobalt The partnership is expected to strengthen US critical minerals supply chains.
September 12, 2024 B2Gold, Mali agree on deal for Fekola mine, including expedited permits for expansion Mali's ruling junta had previously announced it would delay the granting of all new mining permits to B2Gold.
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