September 2, 2021

Namibia top court hands Deep-South small win in battle for copper project

The miner has successfully prevented anyone else from exploring its Haib copper project as battle over refused licence renewal continues.

September 1, 2021

Chile needs $150bn to boost green copper output, minister says

Juan Carlos Jobet on Tuesday announced a new national mining blueprint that aims to increase the traceability of copper produced in Chile, slash water use and bolster diversity at mining…

September 1, 2021

Russell: China’s PMIs point to softer metal imports, but be wary of stimulus

History has shown that if Beijing feels the economy is losing too much steam, the stimulus taps will be re-opened.

September 1, 2021

Negotiations kick off over Cobre Panama mine contract

President Laurentino Cortizo pledged that a new contract should provide more public benefit.

September 1, 2021

Copper price down as China factory activity slows

The state reserves administration in China released 150,000 tonnes of copper, aluminium and zinc into the market, completing a third round of metal auctions.

September 1, 2021

China completes latest metal auctions as Xi urges better reserves system

Country released another 150,000 tonnes of state metal inventories to the market on Wednesday.

September 1, 2021

BHP, CAT strengthen alliance to develop zero-emission mining trucks

BHP and Caterpillar announced that they are accelerating the development and deployment of zero-emissions mining trucks at BHP sites.

September 1, 2021

Chilean court backs Caserones environmental remediation plan

Environmental court has approved a $42 million compliance plan to rectify environmental damage in the country's north.

August 31, 2021

Codelco reaches new agreement with union workers

The miner has reached an early agreement with the five unions representing workers at its key El Teniente mine.

August 31, 2021

Chile outlines plans for mining to increase traceability, use less water

It wants mining firms in turn to ensure production from large mines is 100% traceable by 2030, and by 2050 for medium and small mines.