August 14, 2024

Western Australia gold mining ripe for more (friendly) M&A

The small and fragmented WA gold sector remains ripe for consolidation, even after several deals already so far this year.

August 13, 2024

BHP removes striking workers at huge Chile copper mine, output at risk

The union’s 2,400 members downed tools at Escondida Tuesday morning after rejecting BHP’s latest proposal as part of a collective bargaining.

August 13, 2024

Navoi Mining to invest $23 million in Muruntau mine expansion

NMMC is currently ranked as the fourth-largest gold mining company in the world, producing 2.9 million oz. of the metal in 2023.

August 13, 2024

Hindalco misses first-quarter profit estimates on higher expenses

The company reported profit below estimates, hurt by a jump in expenses tied to disruptions at its Novelis unit's Switzerland plant.

August 13, 2024

BHP workers at Escondida copper mine go on strike

The strike at the world’s largest copper mine began at 8 a.m. Chile time and involves the union’s 2,400 members.

August 12, 2024

A $91 billion trade means mining in one of the world’s hottest places

Heatwaves during Australia's most recent summer set new extremes across the Pilbara region, roughly the size of Spain.

August 12, 2024

Union at BHP’s Escondida mine says company made ‘illegal’ offer amid negotiations

The union accuses the company of making an offer outside of a government-mandated mediation process.

August 12, 2024

Lundin hit by worker strike at Caserones copper mine

This year, the Caserones mine is expected to produce 120,000 to 130,000 tonnes of copper and 2,500 to 3,000 tonnes of molybdenum.

August 12, 2024

Barrick CEO open to being a partner on the Cobre Panama mine

The new government has said the future of the mine will only be decided next year.

August 12, 2024

Jiangxi Copper’s subsidiary halts production after fatal accident

Three workers were killed and fourteen were injured at the plant in Shandong province.