November 6, 2013

Simandou bribery probe coming to a head

Beny Steinmetz Group's mining arm summoned to December hearings as part of probe into licences for Guinea's vast iron ore deposits.

November 6, 2013

Aurizon’s rail plans could open mining in Pilbara

At present, rail in the Pilbara is owned by Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue.

November 5, 2013

Anglo American’s Kumba, ArcelorMittal reach iron ore supply deal

The deal, effective Jan. 1, marks the end of all existing legal battles between the two companies.

November 5, 2013

US regulators try again on commodities trading limits

CTFC is proposing revised rules limiting positions.

November 5, 2013

Iron ore price starts November with a bang

Iron ore price is up 3% over two sessions as global steel output picks up pace.

November 4, 2013

Australia’s mining slowdown will set off ‘wave of consolidation’

New report predicts Australian mining sector growth to fall sharply through 2017 and pressure of weakening mineral prices will spark industry consolidation.

November 4, 2013

China moves toward new stage of mining sector openness

"When the Chinese government says they are going to do something, it can really be done quickly."

November 2, 2013

The outlook for mining M&A

Despite difficult conditions, some companies have remained active.

November 1, 2013

Polemic Tasmanian iron ore mine to begin operations

Shree Minerals’ Nelson Bay River mine was officially opened Thursday.

October 30, 2013

The Dalian effect? Benchmark iron ore price slides to 3-month low

Impact of first ever domestic Chinese iron ore futures are being felt on pricing of the steelmaking raw material.