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.

February 12, 2020

Top Indian iron ore miner targets 50% output jump next year

State-run NMDC is targeting production of 48 million tonnes in the year starting April.

February 12, 2020

Vale loses spot as world’s top iron ore producer to Rio Tinto

The negative effect on the miner's balance sheet will be formally informed when releasing full-year results on Feb. 20.

February 11, 2020

Iron ore, coking coal shrug off China coronavirus, look to stimulus

It would appear market participants are looking beyond the virus to increased stimulus spending by Beijing

February 9, 2020

Head of Thyssenkrupp’s steel unit to leave – Handelsblatt

Premal Desai has been leading the division since June 2019.

February 8, 2020

Cyclone nears Australia’s west with heavy winds, risk of storm tide

Cyclone Damien was expected to make landfall on the west coast near Port Hedland, the world's largest iron ore port.