Mining industry to solve lack of skilled workers with technology: study
International mining executives believe the industry is in the midst of a transition from a blue collar to a white collar workforce.
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MICROMINE Showcases Consulting Services at Mines and Money Hong Kong, held 18 – 22 March 2013.
The latest version of MICROMINE’s namesake exploration and mine design solution, Micromine 2013, will be previewed at the event.
Formalization of artisanal miners in Peru approaches deadline
Peruvian artisanal and small-scale miners have until October to become "formal miners" by achieving environmental certification.
World’s top copper producer faces major strike threat and lower demand
In 2011, Codelco was hit by a one-day strike that cost it $40 million.
Five reasons gold will hit an all-time record this year
Bullion enthusiasts believe gold prices are steadily moving up.
Copper: A new move up in the making?
While some analysts think copper will drop even further, Edge Trader Plus warns investors the trick is to pay attention to the market and its clues.
Thousands of Israelis protest against Potash Corp intended acquisition deal
Hundreds of workers blocked the entrance to a plant belonging to ICL, the company that Potash Corp wants to acquire.
INFOGRAPHIC: How the Federal Reserve System really works
As fresh warnings of an eventual financial system collapse start filling up headlines again, it is useful to take a look at this guide.
Power cut in SA cost AngloGold 20,000 ounces
The world’s third-largest producer of the precious metal will see its first-quarter production reduced by about 20,000 ounces.