June 19, 2025 Greenland grants 30-year permit to EU-backed Molybdenum mine Malmbjer is expected to supply roughly 25% of the EU’s annual molybdenum demand over its first decade of operation.
June 16, 2025 Debswana to approach capital markets to fund Jwaneng underground project Despite the downturn in the global diamond market, the company is pressing ahead with its plan to prolong the lifespan of its flagship mine to 2054.
June 13, 2025 KORITE acquisition in Alberta creates world’s largest mine-to-market ammolite producer When Buffalo Rock Mining acquired North America’s largest producer of ammolite, it flew right under the mining industry’s radar.
June 10, 2025 Karelian clears key hurdle for EU’s first diamond mine The Lahtojoki deposit is said to host high-quality gem diamonds, including rare pink and other coloured stones.
June 9, 2025 Petra Diamonds rethinks sales tactics as market slump drags on Due to changes in diamond prices and demand, Petra has stopped regular sales cycles and may delay them when needed.
June 6, 2025 Debswana curbs diamond production as weak demand persists The global diamond market has experienced a downturn since the second half of 2023.
June 6, 2025 Stausholm dismisses rift rumours as Rio opens $2B mine The official opening of the Western Range iron ore mine may mark Jakob Stausholm’s final visit to the Pilbara in his role as Rio Tinto CEO.
June 5, 2025 Former De Beers CEOs circle diamond giant as sale nears Anglo American has reportedly received buyer interest in De Beers from former bosses Gareth Penny and Bruce Cleaver.
June 4, 2025 Gemfields’ Montepuez leads, Kagem lags in 2024 payouts The Montepuez ruby mine returned 24% of revenue to Mozambique, while Kagem emerald operation contributed only 9% to Zambia.
May 30, 2025 Botswana’s ODC to start contract diamond sales in September Currently, ODC's sales are predominantly through online auctions.
White House plans more ‘historic deals’ with mining sector, official says Jarrod Agen, who previously held roles at defense contractor Lockheed Martin, said Trump aims to "jumpstart" mining projects in Alaska and also in Arizona. December 15, 2025 | 08:54 am
