February 22, 2021

Iron ore output returns to growth after shrinking for five years – report

Global iron ore production growth will accelerate in the coming years, bringing an end to the stagnation that has persisted since 2015, Fitch says.

February 22, 2021

Iron ore price bounces back on strong demand and shipment doubts

High rain volumes at major ports will continue to represent a challenge for Brazilian players during 1Q.

February 22, 2021

Rio Tinto’s former boss gets huge payout despite caves blast

Jean-Sébastien Jacques received $18.6 million in pay and long-term incentive rewards last year, compared to $9.9 million in 2019.

February 19, 2021

MINING.COM MINUTE: Biggest stories of the week

Copper price keeps soaring as bullish sentiment prevails; Iron ore price retreats on higher steel inventories in China; Gold price dealt ‘fatal blow’ by bond yield rally

February 19, 2021

Iron ore price retreats on higher steel inventories in China

Iron ore prices fell on Friday after hitting their highest level since September 2011, as a survey of inventories of steel products in China showed a significant increase.

February 19, 2021

Vale creates sustainability division

The division will be headed by Maria Luiza de Oliveira Pinto e Paiva, who until this month has been head of sustainability at Brazilian pulpmaker Suzano SA.

February 18, 2021

Iron ore price at highest since 2011 on China post-holiday demand outlook

Metal prices surged during the first trading day since the lunar new year in China, as activity ramps up to pre-pandemic levels.

February 18, 2021

Most miners lag behind in human rights issues — report

Ten years after the adoption of United Nations principles, a study shows most miners have yet to step up efforts to improve their human rights record.

February 18, 2021

Sundance Resources readies for arbitration over Congo Republic mine project

Company said it is advancing plans to start international arbitration after the African country cancelled its Nabeba iron ore project in December.

February 18, 2021

Fortescue declares bumper dividend, but faces setback in green push

The company expects iron ore shipments to be in the range of 178-182 million tonnes for the financial year, up from a prior range of 175-180 million tonnes.