September 27, 2022 BHP wants to expand presence in Peru, says executive BHP said it will invest $12 million on exploration in the next 10 months and is evaluating six potential projects.
September 27, 2022 Column: Copper price slump brings Chinese buyers out in force While the rest of the world worries about recession, China is steadily increasing its imports of physical copper.
September 27, 2022 Rio Tinto earmarks $55 million for underground development at Kennecott The move will add 30,000 tonnes of copper production from early 2023 to 2027, alongside the site's open pit operations.
September 27, 2022 Zambia and Vedanta agree to seek out-of-court settlement The parties have agreed to pause hearings on their dispute over Konkola Copper Mines for six months.
September 27, 2022 Metallic materials’ fatigue strength can now be quickly determined High-resolution electron imaging can capture the nanoscale deformation events that lead to metal failure in a matter of hours.
September 26, 2022 China copper smelters hike Q4 2022 TC/RC floor to a five-year high The charges are higher than the $80 per tonne and 8 cents per pound set for the third quarter of 2022.
September 26, 2022 China’s renewables growth lifts copper demand as housing falters China’s rapid build-up of clean energy is claiming more copper, supporting the market at a time when traditional sources of demand like housing are in the dumps.
September 26, 2022 Commodities gauge falls to lowest in 8 months on recession fears The dollar’s relentless surge to repeated records is making commodities priced in the currency more expensive for overseas buyers.
September 26, 2022 Diversification is the new mining buzzword It appears the days of being a “one trick pony” mining company are numbered.
September 26, 2022 Anglo cuts production, ups costs at Quellaveco and Chile mines Anglo says 300,000ktpa Peru mine has entered commercial production. Chile output and costs negatively affected by Los Bronces water restrictions and changing ore.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am