September 16, 2021 New database to help mining companies predict behavior of tailings flows Researches at the University of Waterloo found that catastrophic tailings flows have happened once every two to three years since 1965.
September 15, 2021 Iron ore price plunges on falling steel output China's monthly crude steel production slipped for the third straight month to 83.24 million tonnes in August.
September 15, 2021 How mining waste can be used for hydrogen fuel production Researchers at the Queensland University of Technology propose the idea of using feldspars found in mine tailings as part of a potential cheaper catalyst for hydrogen fuel production.
September 14, 2021 BHP’s net-zero targets don’t include its steelmaking customers The company says it’s working with industry giants including Japan’s JFE Steel and China’s HBIS Group on ways to reduce manufacturers’ carbon footprint.
September 14, 2021 Iron ore price down on fears of regulatory controls China's southwest Yunnan province asked local producers to restrict output on steel, aluminum and other materials.
September 13, 2021 Robust metals price outlook softens in 2022 – reports Global mined zinc production will grow at the fastest pace since 2012 in 2021.
September 13, 2021 Iron ore price dives on new steel curbs in China Steel producing province Yunnan asked local mills to adjust production schedules to ensure its 2021 crude steel output falls.
September 13, 2021 Murders of environment and land defenders hit record high – report A record 227 people were killed in 2020 for standing up against developments, including mining projects, a report by Global Witness shows.
September 12, 2021 Guinea junta leader to meet political, mining leaders this week Guinea coup leader Mamady Doumbouya has agreed to meet with mining companies.
September 10, 2021 ArcelorMittal to triple iron ore production in Liberia The company was exploring the possibility of expanding production to as much as 30 million tonnes a year.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
