February 6, 2020 China’s metals import hunger shifts towards raw materials China’s giant aluminum machine needs a lot of bauxite and imports topped the 100 million tonne level for the first time in 2019
February 6, 2020 LME to keep open-outcry closing prices after electronic trial During a consultation period, some LME users said it was difficult to obtain guaranteed execution against closing nickel prices when the electronic system was used
February 6, 2020 Workers evacuated from Garpenberg mine in Sweden after fire Around 80 workers were trapped by a fire in a zinc mine.
February 5, 2020 Brazil’s Bolsonaro moves to ok mining on indigenous lands The proposal includes provisions to consult indigenous groups for any mining project
February 5, 2020 Nigeria sets ambitious target for mining sector growth Nigeria has been trying to boost the sector as part of efforts to diversify its economy.
February 4, 2020 Speedier Brazil exploration approvals to draw capital — mining lobby Brazil's National Mining Agency on Monday published new rules that set deadlines for carrying out administrative approvals.
February 4, 2020 NorZinc rejigs Prairie Creek plans after road delay NorZinc won’t be able to begin construction this year as planned.
January 30, 2020 Four key themes to watch in the global zinc market in 2020 Chinese smelters critical to zinc market balance, says Wood Mackenzie.
January 29, 2020 What every mining CEO needs to know about climate change A new report by McKinsey found 30 to 50% of production of three top commodities is concentrated in areas where water stress is already high.
January 21, 2020 Japan’s top smelter says rising supply to push down zinc prices The metal used in construction and automobiles will likely average $2,300 a ton in the year starting April 1.
Critical Metals expects to close Greenland rare earth supply deals in Q1 2026, CEO says The company has already pre-sold 75% of planned output, split between the U.S. and Europe. December 31, 2025 | 12:08 pm
