O3 adds rigs in Quebec, consolidates Malartic claims
O3 Mining is adding drill rigs across its Alpha and Malartic properties in Val d’Or, Quebec – the explorer now has a […]
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Four countries have more heap leach mines than the rest of the world combined
Heap leaching technology has become increasingly popular due to the cost advantages and environmental benefits it offers miners.
Independence drills near-surface gold and silver at 3Ts in BC
One hole hit a long, high-grade gold-silver interval from near surface, returning 67.6 metres of 3.63 g/t gold and 132.83 g/t silver starting at 51 metres.
China’s copper import boom leaves other metals cold
Only aluminum is showing a similar movement but there is no sign of China having any import appetite for the other base metals.
West Africa judge finds Guinea guilty of 2012 mine site killings
The Economic Community of West African States Court found Guinea responsible for the killing of six villagers and the wrongful arrest, injury or torture of 15 others at a 2012 protest.
Equinox begins $103m in construction at Brazil gold mine
First gold pour at the Santa Luz mine is targeted for Q1 2022.
AngloGold suspends operations at Cerro Vanguardia
Operations at the gold and silver mine in Argentina suspended for 10 days, as positive coronavirus cases have been detected among its workforce.
Gemfields attempts to mitigate virus effect with mini-auctions
The emeralds and rubies miner doesn't know when it might be able to host its next auction, or generate meaningful revenue from sales, due to the “severe” impact of covid-19 restrictions.
ALX, Rio Tinto optimistic with preliminary results from Firebird nickel project
Located in Saskatchewan, Firebird is currently the subject of an option agreement with Rio Tinto Exploration Canada.
