Xi’s China a boon for mining
President Xi's enormous power means his pet projects like One Belt–One Road and Xiongan New Area will receive the full backing of the state.
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Dewatering: A Vital Part of Minerals Mining
Weir Minerals can provide a total solution package, working with mine operators to understand each site’s dewatering needs, and to assess all of the specific requirements of a mine site.
Barrick Gold’s nickel mine could become a ski resort
The complex would be called the Giant Nickel All Season Resort.
UNEP urges mining companies to better manage tailings facilities
The agency is urging mining companies to put safety first and avoid erecting dams using methods that are known to be high risk.
Venezuela’s foreign reserves hit by expired $1.7 billion gold swap with Deutsche
Bonds issued by Venezuela and PDVSA were down across the board on Monday, with some falling as much as 2.5 points.
Global steel production at 7-month low
Price of iron ore declines ahead of Chinese winter steel output cuts, widening Kobe Steel scandal.
Northern Miner’s Progressive Mine Forum Livestream
Live round table discussions complemented by real-time interaction with the audience via social media, as well as commentary from industry leaders.
Petra Diamonds revenue takes hit from Tanzania crackdown
Petra Diamonds Ltd's first quarter revenue fell by 17 percent after Tanzanian government last month seized consignment of diamonds from its Williamson mine.
Hedge fund sues Barclays Bank for £650M over alleged copper market rigging
Red Kite, the largest metals hedge fund in the world run by UK Conservative Party donor Michael Farmer, is alleging that Barclays Bank attempted to rig the copper market through insider dealings with the London Metal Exchange.