Atlas Copco to split in two, appoints new CEO
The Swedish company plans to list its mining tools division by 2018 in the biggest-ever shakeup of the group, which could spark takeover interest.
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Crown attempts to stay MiningWatch’s charges against Mount Polley
The federal government is seeking a withdrawal of the criminal charges before the NGO has the chance to present any evidence.
Everyone wants Kate Middleton’s diamond ring
Eager Chinese and Russian buyers are requesting replicas of the the sapphire and diamond engagement ring.
EPA won’t pay mine spill claims
The US Environmental Protection Agency won’t pay the $1.2 billion in claims filed by local governments, farmers, ranchers, tribes, and river-running raft companies.
Mining the Moon: Florida company one step closer
Moon Express wants to mine Helium-3 on the Moon.
Copper to be best performing commodity of 2017 — analysts
Experts and industry actors interviewed by MINING.com see prices picking up this year, driven by declining supplies and the prospect of increased demand coming from construction, electric vehicles and other renewable technologies.
Gold price: Top ETF breaks record losing streak
Investors in the world's largest physically-backed gold exchange traded fund – GLD – jump back in after 43 days of outflows.
High-grade gold discovery in New Mexico doubles the opportunities for Southern Silver Exploration
The discovery of a widespread oxide gold system at the Oro deposit in New Mexico creates a second prospect for Southern Silver Exploration.
Iron ore price: China imports top 1 billion tonnes for first time
Iron ore price holds above $80 a tonne, doubling in value in a year as Chinese cargo volumes jump.
