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Grupo Mexico’s mine in Spain under scrutiny… again
Grupo Mexico’s project is being scrutinized once again.
Joy Global shareholders approve $3.7 billion acquisition by Komatsu
The deal still remains subject to closing conditions and regulatory clearances.
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The Congo mine, which cost $3 billion to build, holds one of the world’s largest known copper resources.
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Columbus Gold is a junior miner headquartered in Vancouver, with an exploration office in Nevada, and two primary assets – one in the US (Nevada) and one in South America (French Guiana).
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Certain commodities tend to fly under the radar for periods of time. One of those metals that comes and goes is zinc – and after shooting up in price over 35% this year, it definitely has the attention of many investors and speculators again.
Africa’s first Fairtrade certified gold co-operative offers hope to gold miners living in poverty
Syanyonja Artisan Miners' Alliance has become the first artisanal small scale mining co-operative in Africa to become Fairtrade certified, bringing much needed hope to impoverished communities who risk their lives to mine the rich gold seam that runs around Lake Victoria.
UAE Kimberley Process Chair visits Uganda to garner support for the Global Initiative
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World’s top miner BHP Billiton finally sees signs of recovery in mining
BHP is not the first major player to flag green shoots in the mining industry. Caterpillar, the world's largest heavy machinery maker, said the same last month.
