Mining for the green economy is still dirty work
The world’s top producer of refined nickel and palladium is dealing with the aftermath of a devastating Arctic fuel leak that resulted in a record $2 billion levy.
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Australian inquiry into sacred cave destruction seen recommending mining reforms
The inquiry into the lawful destruction of the 46,000-year-old Juukan Gorge rock shelters is due to report on Dec. 9.
Vale’s disappointing iron ore output adds fuel to scorching price rise
The hottest major commodity of 2020 is getting even hotter, with iron ore boosted by news that one of the world's biggest producers will not meet its output targets this year.
Defiance Silver aims to triple land position in Zacatecas silver district
Defiance Silver plans to enlarge its land holdings by acquiring Pan American Silver’s Lucita property.
Botswana Diamonds discovers kimberlite pipe at Thorny River project
A recent, six-hole drilling program revealed a kimberlite blow.
New Cat 657 Wheel Tractor-Scraper for low-cost earthmoving
With a 7% increase in fuel efficiency over the 657G WTS, the new unit is able to move more material per unit of fuel.
Gold & the USDX: correlations
Even if the USD Index is to decline further from here, the implications are not particularly bullish for the precious metals market.
Newmont’s Musselwhite mine ramping up to full operations
Commercial production has been restored at the mine's conveyor system.
Copper bonanza is emboldening unions in biggest-producing nation
The confluence of factors turning producers into cash machines is also emboldening workers in Chile, raising the risk of stoppages in a hectic period.