September 28, 2023

Panama suspends debate for First Quantum’s new mining contract

Earlier this month, some members of Panama's congress visited First Quantum's copper mine to resolve doubts over the contract.

September 28, 2023

Capstone awarded Copper Mark for operations in Chile

Winners of the award demonstrate best practice in responsible production and contribute to the UN sustainable development goals.

September 28, 2023

China’s grip on critical minerals draws warnings at IEA gathering

US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said the world is up against a dominant supplier of critical minerals willing to exploit its position for political gain.

September 28, 2023

Canada, France boost critical minerals cooperation

They will work together to secure supplies of critical minerals in both countries and promote investment in the supply chain.

September 28, 2023

Peru grapples with red tape that’s burying giant copper projects

Frustrations with bureaucracy that can take years to navigate were expressed at an event held in Arequipa.

September 28, 2023

BHP CEO calls for ‘small set’ of common ESG standards

"We have too many standards for the same ESG dimensions, leading to confusion and dissipated effort," Mike Henry said.

September 27, 2023

Rio Tinto Kennecott expands reclamation at Bingham Canyon mine

Bingham was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966. A massive landslide occurred at the mine in 2013.

September 27, 2023

Copper’s contango widest since at least 1994 as inventories rise

The cash contract changed hands at a discount of $70.10 a ton to three-month futures on the LME on Monday.

September 27, 2023

BC Supreme Court rules Mineral Tenure Act not addressing Indigenous consultation duty

The court gave the provincial government 18 months to develop a constitutionally compliant system.

September 27, 2023

US-China tensions boost prospects for Mexico copper smelter plan

Southern Copper is considering spending $1 billion-plus on a new smelter in Empalme, Sonora state.