February 18, 2020 Fortescue profit spikes on iron ore price jump, but dividend seen conservative The miner declared an interim dividend of A$0.76 per share, up from A$0.19 per share last year.
February 18, 2020 Rio to build $98-million solar plant at Koodaideri The plan includes a lithium-ion battery energy storage system that would help power the miner’s entire Pilbara power network.
February 18, 2020 South Africa’s Kumba Iron annual earnings rise on higher ore rates The company said it expects to produce between 41.5 million tonnes and 42.5 million tonnes of iron ore in 2020.
February 17, 2020 China’s metal exporters face order cancellations, damage claims amid virus Companies have informed Chinese suppliers they are not accepting deliveries.
February 17, 2020 BHP profits surge 39% — declares 2nd highest dividend on record Production and unit costs at all its major assets are on track to achieve full-year guidance.
February 17, 2020 Rio Tinto cuts Pilbara shipment outlook after cyclone Damien Rio last month reported a 3% drop in iron ore shipments for 2019.
February 16, 2020 The good, the bad, the ugly: Miners’ ability to stay afloat in the current context How are major companies addressing market changes driven by the coronavirus outbreak, geopolitical tensions and natural disasters?
February 14, 2020 Brazil state judge accepts charges against Vale ex-CEO, others over dam burst The move follows charges filed by state prosecutors on January 21 accusing the former CEO and other 15 people of homicide.
February 14, 2020 ICMM steps up game for miners with membership requirements update Last updated in 2003, the fresh set of principles respond to increased pressure for miners to carry out socially-responsible investments and operations.
February 13, 2020 Modest global growth for iron ore production – report Top firms investing in technology to maintain an edge, Fitch forecasts.
Iron ore logs annual gain in a dramatic recovery fuelled by steel exports Prices of the key steelmaking ingredient had come under pressure earlier this year on expectations of a supply glut and forecasts of faltering demand in China. December 31, 2025 | 09:27 am
