October 2, 2024 Vale’s new boss pledges to grow copper output after falling behind rivals The company sees copper and nickel as part of the transition.
October 2, 2024 Super Pit development kicks off at Barrick’s Lumwana copper mine in Zambia The $2 billion expansion is expected to transform Lumwana into a long-life, high yielding Tier 1 copper mine.
October 2, 2024 Visualizing the decline of copper usage in EVs Copper content in EVs has steadily decreased over the past decade, even as overall copper demand rises due to the increasing adoption of EVs.
October 2, 2024 Yorbeau Resources sells Rouyn gold project for $18.5 million The company will now focus on the Scott Lake zinc-copper deposit near Chibougamau.
October 2, 2024 Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements.
October 2, 2024 Uganda sets up state-owned firm to take stakes in mining operations All mining activities in the east African country have previously been done by private firms after obtaining exploration and mining licenses.
October 1, 2024 Capstone achieves commercial production at MVDP, releases feasibility for optimized project Capstone now plans to begin construction of the MV Optimized project following acceptance of its environmental permit application.
October 1, 2024 Aurubis to shun takeovers, rebuild trust, new CEO says The company was rocked by a scandal last year when its copper was stolen by an organized crime ring.
October 1, 2024 QC Copper bolsters resource base with acquisition of Thierry project The acquisition of Culprum and its Thierry project, says QC, would potentially increase the company's current copper resource base by 70%.
October 1, 2024 Chilean economy seen growing 2.7% in 2025 as mining recovers Investment in 2025 should climb 5.9% as projects from the private sector pour in.
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