June 5, 2023

Benchmark Metals and Thesis Gold combine forces in British Columbia

The proposed merger will create one of the largest precious metals development and exploration companies in the Toodoggone mining district.

June 5, 2023

Global copper smelting bounces in May on Chinese strength

Smelting activity in the rest of the world, however, was still lacklustre.

June 5, 2023

Japanese miners see Chile’s tax hikes deterring new investment

Lawmakers in Chile gave final approval in May for a long-awaited mining tax reform.

June 5, 2023

Evolution to expand two gold mines in Australia

The company also said it would be looking at assets that Newmont may shed after it closes the multi-billion acquisition of Newcrest Mining.

June 4, 2023

Panamanian activists to protest against approval of Orla Mining’s EIA for Cerro Quema project

Environmental and religious groups announced a protest action for Monday to reject the recent approval by the Panamanian Ministry of Environment of Orla Mining’s environmental impact assessment.

June 4, 2023

Dominican workers lift strike at Cerro de Maimón mine

Cerro de Maimón is operated by the Dominican Mining Corporation, a subsidiary of Australia’s Perilya.

June 2, 2023

Congo halts ERG’s copper project after waste leakage

The suspension is the latest sign of strained relations between copper miners and the Congolese government.

June 2, 2023

Copper price rises as China’s factory activity accelerates

The Chinese manufacturing activity unexpectedly swung to growth in May.

June 2, 2023

Filo Mining upsizes private placement, shares rise

The company has decided to increase the placement from C$100 million to C$130 million due to strong demand.

June 2, 2023

Column: London Metal Exchange renews stocks transparency drive

Restoring trust in exchange stocks reporting is a key step in winning back the broader confidence of the market.