Britain blocks plans for new coal mine in England
Government said the proposed development in northeastern England is not likely to provide national, local or community benefits.
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Gemfields steps up efforts to tap Chinese market
A report highlighted the “huge potential” for ethically sourced gems in that market.
Prairie Mining takes Poland to arbitration court over coal mines
Company says that Warsaw breached bilateral treaties by blocking Prairie's investment in two coal mines.
Jiangxi Copper chairman Long retires at 60
Long Ziping has stepped down at his legal retirement age and general manager Zheng Gaoqing will take over the top position in the integrated copper producer.
Barrick CEO faces stark test in fight for PNG mine
The world's second-largest gold producer lost a key court challenge last week over rights to the Porgera mine.
Rio board to debate CEO’s future as pressure mounts over blasts
Rio Tinto faces mounting pressure to respond more strongly to the destruction of ancient Aboriginal heritage sites in Australia.
Queensland University of Technology now hosts automated mineralogy system
The university wants its new TESCAN TIMA automated mineralogy system to foster collaboration with industry and government bodies.
Resolute Mining scraps 2020 targets on Mali strike threat
Resolute said unionized workers at its Syama gold mine plan to go on a 10-day strike if demands are not met.
FenixOro Gold gets permit to drill at Abriaqui project
The principal target of the Columbia drill program is a series of over 80 ‘Buritica-style’ high-grade gold veins.
