June 3, 2022

BHP tests world-first automated shiploaders in the Pilbara

The project is expected to enable an increase in production of more than one million tonnes each year.

June 3, 2022

Iron ore price set for biggest weekly gain in three months

The rise in prices could be limited, ANZ Research said in a note.

June 3, 2022

Europe’s Acerinox, Aperam in talks to create global stainless steel giant

The move would create a global leader in stainless steel and Europe’s biggest producer, with capacity to make 2.3 million tonnes a year,

June 1, 2022

Tailings dams must get community consent, ensure zero harm – report

Report recommends that new tailings facilities must not be constructed if the operator cannot ensure the safe and timely evacuation of communities in the area.

May 31, 2022

CHART: Big oil, mining on capex strike

Capital expenditure by oil and mining companies is down to a 15-year low despite a 40% rise in global commodity consumption over the same period, according to a new report.

May 31, 2022

Iron ore price rises as Shanghai prepares to reopen

Officials in Shanghai announced an end to a two-month lockdown on Monday.

May 31, 2022

Vale deposits $252m in compensation related to Brumadinho disaster

Resources will be reverted to projects for improvements in urban mobility and the strengthening of public services.

May 30, 2022

Workers at Baffinland ask Canada to approve mine expansion

Unionized workers at Mary River iron ore mine are asking Ottawa to approve the miner's request to increase shipping limit.

May 29, 2022

Demand for green metals from recycling expected to grow – report

A report by White & Case states that global demand for scrap metal is expected to remain strong over the coming years.

May 27, 2022

Steel buyers demand huge discounts from Russian producers

The country’s producers have seen their options dwindle as sanctions choke sales to the key European market.