June 22, 2020

Glencore hit by another probe over Congo dealings

Switzerland has opened a criminal investigation into Glencore's possible failure to prevent alleged corruption in the DRC.

June 21, 2020

Unions at Codelco demand more protection against coronavirus

The Federation of Copper Workers union said it would take measures if the company’s health protocols are not further tightened.

June 21, 2020

Codelco to suspend northern construction projects

The announcement came hours after the second coronavirus-related death of a Codelco worker was confirmed.

June 19, 2020

INTERVIEW: Octavio Araneda CEO, Codelco

Copper giant aims to expand revenues by $1 billion per year, starting in 2021.

June 19, 2020

Trillion-dollar US plan will draw in plenty of metal

A global infrastructure spending push would mean a lot more energy metals will need to be mined.

June 19, 2020

Barrick alerts authorities after fake news in Zambia

News release circulated on social media in Zambia claiming the gold miner sold its Lumwana copper mine.

June 18, 2020

Worker dies in accident at Codelco’s Radomiro Tomic mine

A truck operator was killed while performing maintenance work.

June 18, 2020

Zambia mining revenues drop 30% due to covid-19

A plunge in copper prices has dented companies' revenues.

June 18, 2020

Vale to resume operations at Voisey’s Bay in July

The Canadian open pit nickel mine and concentrator is expected to reach full capacity in August.

June 17, 2020

The rising ESG focus in BC mining – report

PwC Canada says the ESG work in the resource-rich Province has the potential to create an internationally-recognized 'Made in BC' label.