May 6, 2020 Russia questions legality of US-planned moon mining pact The Kremlin says legal framework for mining on the moon should be examined to make sure it complies with international laws.
May 5, 2020 Rio Tinto’s top investors face off over emissions cut plan Investor advisory groups are divided on whether shareholders should ask Rio to set targets on scope 3 emissions.
May 4, 2020 Most top miners failing Paris Agreement goals Eight of the world’s top ten largest miners are not doing enough to help meet global climate goals, study shows.
April 30, 2020 CHART: Covid-19 disrupts $6.9 billion of global mining output New report shows operations at 260 mines in 33 countries have been suspended – South Africa, US, Mexico hardest hit.
April 30, 2020 Fortescue posts 10% rise in Q3 iron ore output Company upgraded its guidance for 2020 shipments to 175-177 million tonnes based on strong operating performance.
April 29, 2020 Alderon defaults on Sprott loan, loses Kami project Company said it was left with limited options after Tunghsu Group withdrew its investment.
April 29, 2020 Vale cuts capex as coronavirus hinders operations Vale plans to cut its capital expenditure this year to $4.6 billion from $5 billion.
April 28, 2020 World’s mine workers resist quick restart amid coronavirus Unions in both South Africa and Peru are openly encouraging members not to return to mines.
April 28, 2020 BHP looks to expand iron ore exports from Port Hedland BHP's iron ore exports last financial year totalled 238 million tonnes, around 85% of capacity.
April 27, 2020 CEO of Metalloinvest dies at 52 Andrey Varichev was being treated for pneumonia at a private clinic in Moscow.
Copper price set for biggest annual gain since 2009 on supply bets The red metal has notched a series of all-time highs in an end-of-year surge, rallying over 40% on the London Metal Exchange this year. December 31, 2025 | 10:31 am
