October 14, 2025

Freeport to break away from copper benchmark it set for decades

Many expect the benchmark to plunge even further in 2026, potentially turning negative.

October 14, 2025

First Quantum hits back at ESG report on “blocked” La Granja

In September 2023, La Granja began a new phase, emphasizing advanced exploration and detailed technical and socio-environmental studies.

October 14, 2025

Aurubis held talks with US on support for new smelter, CEO says

A new smelter is one of three options Europe's biggest copper producer is considering to take advantage of a US drive to boost domestic output.

October 14, 2025

Supply problems may force Freeport Indonesia to halt Manyar smelter

The $3.7 billion Manyar smelter only resumed operations in May after a fire broke out in October last year.

October 14, 2025

Codelco fast-tracks automation after deadly mine collapse

Codelco is negotiating with tech firms and unions to enhance automation and reduce worker risk at El Teniente mine.

October 13, 2025

Rio Tinto says strong year-end iron ore push needed as China demand surges

The world's biggest iron ore producer shipped 84.3 million tonnes of the steel-making commodity from its Pilbara operations.

October 13, 2025

Vale, Wabtec to test ethanol use in locomotives on the Vitória-Minas Railway in Brazil

Ethanol is a renewable fuel that replaces fossil diesel.

October 13, 2025

Codelco buys into Friedland’s I-Pulse to boost mine efficiencies

Codelco joins other miners such as Rio Tinto Group, Newmont and Teck Resources as investors in the US-based firm.

October 12, 2025

INSIGHT: Mining megadeals are poor fix for copper shortage

For mining bosses to start solving the copper shortage, the rest of the world will have to feel it first.

October 11, 2025

South Africa state raises Sibanye stake above 20%

Public Investment Corporation is the miner's largest shareholder.