October 8, 2019

BHP says “social value” to be key aspect of its business planning

The world's largest miner is moving from keeping a social licence to creating value for its stakeholders.

October 8, 2019

Sierra Leone cancels mining licence of Gerald Group unit

SL Mining has called for authorities to cancel the decision and threatened to "pursue all available remedies against the government."

October 7, 2019

Fortescue confirms bid for vast Simandou iron ore deposit

Société Miniere de Boke (SMB) and Singapore's Winning, which is Guinea's biggest bauxite exporter, have also submitted offers.

October 4, 2019

Fortescue, SMB-Winning go head-to-head to develop Guinea’s Simandou iron ore

Vale had also purchased access to the project data, but did not submit an offer, sources said.

October 4, 2019

Vale considers making low-emission iron if gas prices fall

Brazil is in the midst of overhauling its natural gas sector.

October 3, 2019

Higher iron ore imports by India loom as mining leases expire

The drumbeat of voices forecasting India could rely more on global markets for iron ore next year is getting louder.

October 2, 2019

Vale expects to mostly finish paying for burst dam by 2021

In securities filings, Vale projected costs from halted operations related to its dam that burst to fall from $3-$4 per tonne of iron ore in the third quarter to $2.5-$3.5…

October 2, 2019

Rise of ethical investing, social license the top risks to miners

The mining and metals sector is facing greater scrutiny from end consumers, demanding a transparent, ethical supply chain.

October 1, 2019

Vale receives 82 positive structural safety certificates

The miner also said six deactivated high dams still have negative structural stability certificates.

October 1, 2019

India considers extending green permits for mines up for auctions

Winning bidders of mines whose leases expire by March 2020 would be able to start operations without delay if the mine has valid environmental and forest approvals.