May 24, 2021 A game of chicken is clouding tax debate in top copper nation As a controversial copper windfall tax goes before Chile’s senate, debate is being stymied by huge differences in estimates for the impact on producers.
May 24, 2021 Codelco strikes deal with Microsoft to fast-track digitization at its copper mines The joint project will beef up the company's capacity to make its production processes more efficient and promote sustainability.
May 23, 2021 Government plays key role in water, waste, biodiversity management of mining sector – report The Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development says successful environmental management across the mine life cycle depends on strong legal frameworks, regulations, and policies.
May 23, 2021 Commodity ‘supercycle’ a cue for Saudi state miner to cut debt The new CEO of Saudi Arabia Mining Co. has plans to halve the ratio of debt to earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization over the next five years.
May 23, 2021 Codelco says 40% of its copper output at risk if glacier bill passes Codelco said its Andina, El Teniente and Salvador operations would be impacted by the prohibitions currently under consideration in the bill.
May 23, 2021 Eco-friendly chemicals improve metal recoveries from froth flotation A biodegradable cellulose-based compound proves to be more effective in separating metals than oil-based commercial frothers.
May 21, 2021 BHP enters $17 million farm-in deal for Elliot copper project Last fall, BHP entered an option agreement to earn up to a 75% interest in the project.
May 20, 2021 Fujimori looks to speed up projects to tap copper riches in Peru Peruvian presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori would support energy and mining projects if elected, a campaign adviser said.
May 20, 2021 Copper price rebounds, commodity demand signals “firing on all cylinders” Recent weakening "still consistent with noise,” TD Securities analysts say.
May 20, 2021 Copper cupboard remains bare as discoveries dwindle — S&P study South America was the top location for copper discoveries in the past 10 years.
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