EU launches probe into Aurubis purchase of recycler Metallo Aurubis, Europe's biggest copper smelter, said in May it had agreed to buy Metallo for 380 million euros ($420.7 million). Reuters | November 19, 2019 | 10:50 am
Brock Rentals upgrades fleet with new line of Brokk SmartConcept machines The new models feature Brokk’s signature SmartConcept™ technology, which revolutionizes power management, design and ergonomics to maximize productivity over previous models. Jackson Chen | November 19, 2019 | 10:44 am
Mine workers demanded more protection before deadly Burkina Faso attack Local employees expressed their fears at a June meeting, Reuters sources say. Reuters | November 19, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rupert reports initial drill results from Pahtavaara mine, shares up Rupert Resources' stock jumped over 11% on Tuesday morning to a 4-week high of C$0.77 per share. Jackson Chen | November 19, 2019 | 9:50 am
A massive coal plant that asked for Trump’s help has gone dark The largest coal-fired power plant in the western US permanently closed, becoming the latest testament to the fossil fuel’s decline. Bloomberg News | November 19, 2019 | 9:11 am
Australia signs critical minerals research agreement with US GeoScience Australia and the United States Geological Survey (USGS) signed the agreement, which did not mention any specific funding. Reuters | November 19, 2019 | 9:02 am
Save Canadian Mining initiative launched The initiative aims to discuss with authorities predatory short-selling practices affecting junior miners. MINING.COM Staff Writer | November 19, 2019 | 6:20 am
Nokia prompts industry to embrace digital transformation The Finnish firm said 35 customers in the mining and energy sectors will benefit. MINING.COM Staff Writer | November 19, 2019 | 6:15 am
Rio Tinto faces fresh legal setback at Oyu Tolgoi mine Administrative court has upheld claims that authorities didn’t follow due process on the agreement that underpins the asset’s development. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 19, 2019 | 5:18 am