May 9, 2024

Panama president-elect rules out First Quantum talks until arbitration dropped

Until closure, Cobre Panama was responsible for approximately 5% of Panama's GDP.

May 9, 2024

Sponges, brittle stars likely affected by deep-sea mining – study

A recent study found a tenfold increase in tissue necrosis in sea sponges exposed to mining plumes.

May 9, 2024

BHP, Ivanhoe Electric team up to hunt for US copper

The partnership is structured in two phases: project generation and possible development and operation of mining projects on a 50:50 basis.

May 8, 2024

M&A won’t alleviate looming copper shortage, Barrick CEO warns

For Mark Bristow, BHP's approach to Anglo reinforces the necessity for industry investment in its future.

May 8, 2024

US Gold surges after obtaining Wyoming mining permit

A 2021 pre-feasibility study gave the project a 10-year mine life, averaging 108,500 oz. of gold equivalent output per year.

May 8, 2024

Lower energy prices help Aurubis’ first-half profit

Group revenue for the first half of the year fell 6% to 8.25 billion euros, roughly in line with expectations.

May 8, 2024

Indonesia says it will extend copper export permits for Freeport, Amman

The current permits are set to expire on May 31.

May 7, 2024

Sierra Metals updates resources for Yauricocha, Bolivar mines

The updated mineral reserves and resources confirm the long production history of both assets, Sierra's CEO said.

May 7, 2024

South African unions urge Anglo holders to reject BHP bid

BHP’s proposal includes a plan for Anglo to spin off its Johannesburg-listed platinum and iron ore units before an eventual takeover.

May 7, 2024

Copper price touches $10,000 again as Goldman sees ‘stockout’ risk

Goldman raised its year-end price target to $12,000 a ton, from $10,000 previously.