January 11, 2023 India eyes overseas copper, lithium mines to meet domestic shortfall India has identified one copper and two lithium mines in Argentina to either acquire or secure long-term leases, Reuters sources say.
January 11, 2023 Panama says First Quantum misleading investors There still are more than a “few disagreements” between the parties, Panama's Ministry of Commerce and Industry said.
January 11, 2023 UK to deepen collaboration on critical minerals with Saudi Arabia Partnership could see Saudi investment in the UK’s manufacturing and mining finance sectors.
January 11, 2023 New copper-based coating allows protective gear to detect toxic gases A copper-based coating can be integrated into fabric and respond to the presence of toxic gases.
January 11, 2023 Ivanhoe Electric ties up with Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden The companies have formed a 50/50 joint venture to explore for metals considered key for the global energy transition.
January 10, 2023 Surging molybdenum price adds weight to new year rally for copper producers Copper mining byproduct molybdenum is up more than 50% in a little over a month, boosting margins for producers.
January 10, 2023 North America’s top mining CEOs anticipate turbulent year ahead "I don’t think anywhere is perfectly safe to invest right now," said Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow.
January 10, 2023 Zambia extends electricity rationing to mining firms Hydropower contributes to more than 75% of Zambia's electricity generation.
January 10, 2023 Vale evaluates offers for $2.5 billion base metals unit Vale Base Metals, to be based in the UK, will have nickel mines in Canada and Indonesia, copper mines in Brazil, and interests in cobalt and platinum group metals.
January 10, 2023 First Quantum to appeal Panama order to halt giant copper mine The Vancouver-based miner and Panama have been negotiating new tax terms on a mine that accounts for about 1.5% of global copper output.
Ports for Australia’s Pilbara iron ore region closed due to cyclone Port Hedland, about 1,300 km (800 miles) north of Western Australia's state capital, Perth, is the world's biggest export point for iron ore. February 07, 2026 | 11:40 am
