May 6, 2020

Russia questions legality of US-planned moon mining pact

The Kremlin says legal framework for mining on the moon should be examined to make sure it complies with international laws.

May 5, 2020

Lithium price: One in three cars sold in UK now electric

You have to look hard for a silver lining as European car sales collapse by 90% and forecasts for lithium demand and prices are slashed.

May 5, 2020

Fjordland to acquire majority stake in CanAlaska’s North Thompson nickel project

The property is located in Manitoba and sits on the north-western extension of the Thompson Nickel Belt.

May 5, 2020

Rio Tinto’s top investors face off over emissions cut plan

Investor advisory groups are divided on whether shareholders should ask Rio to set targets on scope 3 emissions.

April 30, 2020

CHART: Covid-19 disrupts $6.9 billion of global mining output

New report shows operations at 260 mines in 33 countries have been suspended – South Africa, US, Mexico hardest hit.

April 30, 2020

Nornickel draws on credit lines to build cash buffer

Earlier, the company reported a fall in first quarter palladium and nickel output.

April 30, 2020

Glencore joins mining industry’s rush to cut spending

Swiss miner and trader reduces capital expenses by $1 billion, outlines production impact of covid-19.

April 30, 2020

Implats cuts output guidance as coronavirus weighs

Company expects annual refined production of between 2.6 million and 2.9 million ounces this year.

April 29, 2020

Vale mulling offers for New Caledonia nickel assets

The nickel operations, the world's largest, have been on the block since December.

April 28, 2020

Silver miners hit hardest by lockdowns — report

Nearly two-thirds of global silver production is still on hold.