June 27, 2024

Seabridge reports first resource for Bronson Slope deposit in British Columbia

The deposit is part of the company’s Iskut porphyry project in BC's Golden Triangle.

June 27, 2024

Freeport Indonesia launches $3.7bn Gresik copper smelter to meet renewables demand

The smelter's total input capacity is 1.7 million metric tons of copper concentrate.

June 27, 2024

Chile’s copper miners will need more energy, water to keep up production, Cochilco says

Miners will increasingly get their energy from renewable sources, which are set to make up nearly 80% of the energy supply by 2026.

June 27, 2024

Uzbek copper producer will spend $15 billion to more than double output

AGMK's plans include boosting both mining and ore processing facilities and the construction of a new smelter.

June 27, 2024

China’s Norinco agrees to buy struggling Congo cobalt miner Chemaf

The deal with Norin Mining will enable Chemaf to settle its debts.

June 27, 2024

London Metal Exchange mulls adding warehouse in Hong Kong

The LME is exploring whether to license a warehouse in Hong Kong as it seeks to strengthen services to clients in China.

June 27, 2024

Antofagasta lowers copper treatment fees for some Chinese smelters

The miner has agreed a sharp reduction to copper treatment and refining charges to $23.25 a metric ton and $2.325 cents a pound.

June 27, 2024

Vale expects to regain Onca Puma and Sossego copper mine licences

Both licenses are expected to be reinstated within 48 hours.

June 27, 2024

Panama’s short-term economic outlook uncertain after mine closure, IMF says

Key risks to Panama's economy include a potential loss of investment-grade status from credit rating agencies, further social unrest and international arbitration proceedings.

June 26, 2024

Codelco copper output falls behind target in May, document shows

The mining firm, which has yet to publicly release data for May, produced 103,100 metric tons of the red metal in the month.