February 4, 2014

Mining deals for about $10bn coming soon to a market near you—E&Y

However, the report says those funds are unlikely to be available to junior miners.

February 4, 2014

Antofagasta Minerals set to spend US$30 million in exploration in Chile

The company, one of the largest “pure play” copper miners, aims to extend its portfolio.

February 3, 2014

CHART: Gold was actually least volatile metal during past decade

Clever interactive chart from US Global Investors shows gold investors' white knuckle ride since 2004 was nothing like nickel market players endured.

February 3, 2014

South Africa Grindrod to build copper railway in Zambia

It will connect the landlocked country's vast copper mines to the Atlantic coast.

February 3, 2014

More than mining: Anglo sets up trading arm

Anglo American takes a leaf from Glencore's book, sets up trading and logistics division set to contribute $400m to profits within two years.

February 3, 2014

Canadian, Aussie juniors lead mining exploration in Chile

While the junior sector keeps attracting foreign investment, about $40 billion large-scale projects have been put on ice or postponed, study reveals.

February 3, 2014

Mining opposition risks $57bn projected investment in Peru

Last year alone there were 149 conflicts involving mines in the country.

February 2, 2014

Back to miners graduating with 6-figure salaries ‘in a few years’

Baby boomers are retiring and even if only a small fraction of new projects take off, the ensuing skills shortage will bring back mining jobs boom.

February 2, 2014

Guide to aboriginal resource opportunities launched

Much of the discourse surrounding First Nations involvement in B.C. resource projects has been focused on the financial benefits for aboriginal communities in exchange for their approval and access to…

February 1, 2014

VMS Ventures expects full production this spring at its Reed Copper Mine

"This means we are looking for projects"