May 26, 2022 Fortescue pursues quantum leap in green hydrogen quest Company is funding research by a quantum computing venture into ways to produce cheap and abundant green hydrogen.
May 25, 2022 South African labour union ends ArcelorMittal strike after signing wage deal NUMSA, which embarked on a strike on May 11 demanding a 10% wage hike, said it had agreed on a 6.5% increase across the board.
May 24, 2022 Demand for steel alloys grows as the energy transition gains momentum Global stainless steel melt production is expected to be about 62 million tonnes (Mt) in 2022, rising to 90 Mt by 2050.
May 24, 2022 India’s top mining, steel groups warn of adverse impact from export duty hikes The government announced on Saturday that export tariffs on new iron ores and concentrates would be raised to 50% from 30%.
May 24, 2022 BSGR to pay Guinea $5.6 million after losing case over Simandou The World Bank’s ICSID ruling comes eight years after BSGR launched arbitration proceedings against Guinea for alleged expropriation of the asset.
May 23, 2022 China stimulus, supply worries fire up iron ore There are several factors that suggest a renewed rally is on the cards, writes Clyde Russell.
May 22, 2022 Africa’s domestic mining sector not severely impacted by sanctions against Russia – report The Economist Intelligence Unit says Russian mining activities in Sub‑Saharan Africa will be impacted by sanctions but without having a serious negative impact on domestic mining sectors.
May 22, 2022 Indian steelmakers face hit on Europe deals over export tax Indian steel firms could be forced to cancel European orders after an overnight decision to impose export taxes on steel products.
May 20, 2022 Iron ore price up as Chinese banks cut interest rate Chinese banks cut a key interest rate for long-term loans by a record amount on Friday.
May 20, 2022 BHP still sees room to negotiate with Samarco’s creditors Samarco became unable to pay its $10.2 billion debt after its waste dam collapsed in 2015, killing 19 people.
Codelco, SQM kick off lithium tie-up with board meeting The NovaAndino Litio company was established after an agreement signed in May 2024 and valid until 2060. December 29, 2025 | 07:59 am
