May 12, 2014

BHP Billiton ready to offload Guinea iron ore stake

World's No. 1 steelmaker, ArcelorMittal, said to be the most likely buyer of BHP's stake in Mount Nimba.

May 9, 2014

ArcelorMittal Europe reports $79m operating profit

The world's largest steel producer expects global consumption to increase by approximately 3% to 3.5% this year.

May 8, 2014

Iron ore price crashes to lowest since September 2012

China's debt crisis is causing a vicious circle in its steel industry, pushing the iron ore price to a two-and-a-half year low.

May 8, 2014

Nickel at two-year high after Vale suspends Goro plant

Vale claims water quality at the creek is back to normal.

May 8, 2014

Australia gives green light to new $15bn coal mine despite Barrier Reef qualms

Adani Group's mine, designed to eventually produce 60 million tonnes of thermal coal a year, has been the focus of ongoing opposition.

May 7, 2014

BSGR files notice of dispute over lost Guinea mining rights

BSGR denied any laws were broken and accused president Conde and his allies of attempting to steal BSGR’s assets.

May 7, 2014

The value of project generators in a low probability industry

Project generators operate in different markets and stages of project development. Risk profiles vary considerably; leading to diversification within the universe.

May 7, 2014

Fortescue Metals looks to expand markets beyond China

Worries over an economic slowdown in the world's largest iron ore importer have contributed to the 21% drop of iron ore prices so far this year.

May 7, 2014

Resource rich countries lead global conflict and political violence index

Levels of conflict and political violence have risen significantly in 48 countries, most of them considered traditional mining destinations.

May 5, 2014

INFOGRAPHIC: Top mining CEOs – who earns what?

Last year's top earner was a coal miner who ended the year $15 million in the black.