Egypt greenlights new gold mine, first in over a decade The company said the licence underscored the country’s new commitment to developing its exploration and mining sector. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 13, 2020 | 9:55 am
Kinross to restart La Coipa mine The restart will require a capital investment of $225 million, with prestripping expected to start late this year. Jackson Chen | February 13, 2020 | 9:54 am
Greek lawmakers clear rescue plan for nickel producer Larco Larco, which is 55% owned by the state, is floundering under half a billion euros in debt. Reuters | February 13, 2020 | 8:52 am
Trafigura in talks with Congo over financing cobalt buyer Entreprise Generale du Cobalt will need $80 million to $100 million to begin buying cobalt from artisanal miners. Bloomberg News | February 13, 2020 | 8:32 am
Caterpillar introduces trolley assist system for Cat electric drive mining trucks The commercial introduction of Cat trolley assist comes at the conclusion of a nearly two-year pilot project. Caterpillar | February 13, 2020 | 7:35 am
Investors from five countries eye Mexico’s nascent lithium market If initial estimates of lithium deposits are confirmed, Mexico could emerge as one of the world's largest players in a thriving sector. Reuters | February 13, 2020 | 7:32 am
Boliden Q4 lags forecast, lower metal grades weigh Operating profit at the mining and smelting group fell to $180.20 million. Reuters | February 13, 2020 | 7:28 am
Azarga commends Trump’s uranium budget The Canadian company says its Dewey Burdock project fits within the US' nuclear energy plans. MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 13, 2020 | 6:15 am
Indonesia accused of putting profit ahead of the environment with new bill The government's plans to relax environmental rules to encourage investment have drawn criticism from activists. Reuters | February 13, 2020 | 5:31 am