West Virginia’s trying to revive coal, one miner isn’t convinced
West Virginia is dangling tax incentives for coal miners in an attempt to revive operations in Coal Country, but Contura Energy Inc. isn’t swayed just yet.
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How countries are getting tougher with mining companies
A mix of political populism, higher commodity prices and the expectation electrification will spur demand for raw materials has led governments to change the rules for miners operating in their countries.
Conservation group raises concerns over proposed Canadian potash mine
CanPacific Potash plans a new 3.25 million tonne per year solution potash mine and submitted its environmental impact assessment to the province in January.
Newcrest to fund broad gold exploration in Western Australia
Australia’s largest gold producer has been searching for juniors with appealing assets in Western Australia's Paterson region to jointly develop them.
New tailgate for dump trucks offers 100% positive seal
Illinois-based Philippi-Hagenbuch says the tailgate is particularly useful in places where environmental regulations or local laws make even slight spillage undesirable.
Premier to acquire polymetallic property in Mexico
The San Felipe property is located 55 kilometres from the company's Mercedes mine in Sonora.
Botswana Diamonds finishes drilling at Thorny River project
Next step is obtaining necessary regulatory approvals to start bulk sampling at the South African project, which is expected during the second quarter of the year.
Lucapa Diamond cuts debt related to building Mothae mine
The diamond producer has inked deals with New Azilian and Equigold, following the delivery and de-risking of the Lesotho-based mine, which began commercial production in December.
Production of battery grade cobalt blows up First Cobalt’s stock
The restart of North America's only cobalt refinery is one step closer for Fisker-backed company.