September 20, 2023

Barrick says big miners show interest in Pakistan copper project

The $7 billion Reko Diq project in Balochistan boasts one of the world’s largest copper deposits.

September 20, 2023

Looming strike by miners raises worry about India coal supplies

Coal India is facing a potential three-day strike across its core and subsidiary units.

September 20, 2023

Alrosa suspends diamond supply for Sept-Oct – India’s trade body

The move aims to avert a supply glut in the global market and aid diamond prices amid weak demand.

September 20, 2023

Researchers reveal missing clue to finding pink diamonds

The discovery may help replace the now closed Argyle mine as a source of the world’s biggest and high-quality pink diamonds.

September 20, 2023

Fortescue brushes aside worries, says exits show resolute board

Three high-profile executives left the world’s fourth-largest iron ore miner in one week, reviving debate on the company’s plan to be a green-energy powerhouse

September 19, 2023

Barrick eyes copper growth as Bristow laments market’s need for ‘instant gratification’

Once fully ramped up, Reko Diq and Lumwana are expected to become two of the world’s top 20 copper mines by annual production.

September 19, 2023

Newcrest acquisition to deliver $500 million in annual synergies, says Newmont CEO

The biggest value drivers of the transaction will come from Newcrest’s two Tier 1 operations, Cadia and Lihir.

September 19, 2023

First Quantum chairman Philip Pascall passes away

The board of directors has voted to elect Robert Harding, who has been a director of First Quantum since 2013, as the interim chairman.

September 19, 2023

Aurubis trims annual forecast further after metal theft

After concluding its metal stocks inventory, Aurubis identified damage amounting to 185 million euros.

September 19, 2023

Rio Tinto CEO says Chinese steel demand is close to peaking

China’s appetite for iron ore has picked up in recent months.