Coal-rich Indian state to pass mining tax after court ruling
A sum of 100 rupees ($1.19) a ton will be levied on coal and iron ore production once it’s passed.
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Hindustan Zinc nearly doubles dividend payout
The move is expected to help group parent Vedanta Resources reduce its debt.
Antofagasta’s half-year profit up on strong copper prices
In July, the company said full-year copper output from its four mines in Chile would be at the lower end of its guidance range.
Heavy rains to threaten 25% of copper projects by 2050
Verisk Maplecroft predicts that by mid-century, a quarter of global copper projects will be affected by extreme precipitation.
Arab Gulf States double down mining efforts
The Arab Gulf states, particularly Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are intensifying their focus on the mining sector to secure their economic futures.
Anglo American to receive coal bids in September
The sale process includes the Grosvenor and Moranbah North mines along with three smaller mines in Queensland.
BHP’s quick strike fix sets tone for labor talks amid copper rally
Analysts say BHP's quick fix to a recent six-day strike at its huge Escondida copper mine in Chile could set the tone for upcoming negotiations elsewhere.
Strike at Lundin’s Caserones copper mine showing no signs of resolution after a week
The workers are prepared to drag out the strike for more than 40 days if needed, according to the union's president.
Victoria Gold CEO McConnell axed
John McConnell was winner of this year’s Viola R. MacMillan Award for innovative financing at PDAC.
