NioCorp lines up Traxys as potential buyer for Elk Creek’s planned output The deal positions NioCorp to sell out the rest of the scheduled minerals output from its Elk Creek project over an initial term of 10 years. Staff Writer | April 9, 2026 | 8:16 am
Vale signs charter deal with China’s Shandong Shipping to build ethanol-powered ships The two Guaibamax-class vessels can each transport 325,000 metric tons of iron ore and will be delivered from 2029. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 8:09 am
G Mining to buy G2 Goldfields for $2.2B in Guyana play The deal combines G Mining’s Oko West project with G2’s Oko-Ghanie project to form a single district-scale development. Frédéric Tomesco | April 9, 2026 | 7:58 am
Trafigura enters Ghana gold sector with Bogoso-Prestea deal The trading firm said it would provide $65 million in debt financing to support the restart of the mine's oxide ore operations. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 7:07 am
BHP’s incoming CEO met with Chinalco boss in China this week Incoming CEO Brandon Craig said last month that he would be focused on strengthening the company's relationships in China. Reuters | April 9, 2026 | 6:55 am
Barrick signals deal push amid strategic reset Canadian miner cuts exposure to volatile regions as leadership reshapes portfolio after setbacks and output decline. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2026 | 6:53 am
Argentina approves Milei glacier mining reform amid protests Argentina loosens glacier protections to boost mining, raising concerns over water security and environmental risks. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2026 | 4:03 am
Glencore charters supertanker to load oil from Middle East The Asian Lion, a very large crude carrier capable of holding 2 million barrels of oil, is heading to the Middle East, LSEG data showed. Reuters | April 8, 2026 | 6:04 pm
Environmentalists appeal judge’s ruling for ioneer’s Nevada lithium project A federal judge last month rejected claims by environmentalists that the US government improperly approved the project. Reuters | April 8, 2026 | 1:41 pm