October 9, 2023

Rio Tinto says no damage to Aboriginal rock shelter structure from Aug. 6 blast

There has been much less outrage about this incident compared to three years ago, when Rio Tinto destroyed rock shelters at Juukan Gorge in the same region.

October 9, 2023

Fertilizer stocks jump with Israel conflict stoking supply concerns

As much as 3% of global potash supply is at possible risk.

October 9, 2023

Codelco probes cause of fire at mine, no injuries reported

The world's largest copper producer said the blaze occurred Sunday in the aging mine's concentrator plant, where work is underway to extend the productive life of the mine by decades.

October 9, 2023

China’s Ganfeng Lithium closes Xinjiang venture

Xinkuang Ganfeng Lithium was established last year for mining exploration but never started operations.

October 9, 2023

Fortescue secures initial renewable energy for Gibson Island project

The agreement will also underpin the development of a new renewable energy project in North Queensland.

October 9, 2023

Rio Tinto expects slightly higher Pilbara iron ore shipment in 2024

Its Pilbara shipments guidance is unchanged for 2023 and remains in the upper half of the 320 million to 335 million ton range.

October 9, 2023

Gold Fields names Mike Fraser as CEO, says strategy remains unchanged

Analysts at BMO Capital Markets said some investors might have preferred Gold Fields' interim CEO Martin Preece being made permanent.

October 8, 2023

Loulo-Gounkoto to remain among world’s top 10 gold producers – Bristow

Mark Bristow said the Malian mine is on track to meet this year’s guidance.

October 8, 2023

Metal trader misery undercuts supercycle hype as losses pile up

The world’s metal traders are enduring one of their toughest periods in years.

October 6, 2023

Harmony Gold reports mine fatality

Harmony recorded six fatalities in its financial year which ended on June 30.