November 27, 2024 Botswana to become certifier in G7 Russian diamond ban Major African producer will join Antwerp as an origin certifier of rough diamonds for export to the group.
November 26, 2024 Diamond miners face turning point amid weak prices — report McKinsey & Co. consultants say current downturn presents significant challenges, but it also offers a chance for reinvention.
November 26, 2024 Alrosa announces new agreement with Russian state diamond fund The fund will receive the new diamonds by the end of 2024.
November 25, 2024 Lucapa Diamond to restart halted Merlin mine The phased approach will begin with an 18-month initial phase focused on excavating and dredging five existing pits.
November 21, 2024 Russia to continue buying diamonds through state fund in 2025 The Russian budget for 2025-2027 has set aside $1.55 billion for the purchase of precious metals and gems.
November 21, 2024 Sierra Leone woos miners to clean energy with $11 billion plan Most mining firms rely on their own diesel supplies to extract iron ore, diamonds, rutile and bauxite in the resource-rich country.
November 21, 2024 Alrosa plans production cuts and staff reduction for 2025 The miner may cut its labor costs by 10%, which could involve layoffs among its 35,000 staff.
November 14, 2024 De Beers upbeat on Botswana diamond pact after meeting new president De Beers' CEO said he expected negotiations on a new diamond sales pact with Botswana's government to be wrapped up within weeks.
November 7, 2024 Gahcho Kué diamond mine earnings fall in ‘disappointing’ market for De Beers JV Operations at the mine in the Northwest Territories lost C$11 million compared to an income of C$2.7 million in last year’s third quarter.
November 4, 2024 Anglo American sells Australian coal JV stake for $1.1 billion Anglo has agreed to sell its 33.3% stake in Jellinbah Group, a JV that owns 70% interest in the Jellinbah East and Lake Vermont coal mines.
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