European deep mine operators looking into underground energy storage
Underground energy storage gives end-of-life mine shafts, which otherwise face costly infilling and decommissioning costs, a second life.
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March production edged down 0.1% compared to the same month in 2023, new ministry's data showed.
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On top of making payments in June and August, Volcan is at an advanced stage in talks to sell its non-core assets.
Congo allows Zijin mine to resume operations, ministry letter says
Mining operations at COMMUS could resume as long as the company ensured radiation levels remained in line with standards.
Canada Nickel records nickel recoveries of 59% at Mann Northwest
The Mann Northwest property is located east of Canada Nickel’s wholly owned Crawford nickel project, now under construction.
SMX, Brinks to create new gold market standards
At the heart of the partnership lies SMX’s technology, which will be deployed by Brink’s to enhance various aspects of gold marking, auditing and storage.
Chile truckers protest rising crime in threat to mine transport
There were no immediate reports of disruptions at Chile’s giant copper and lithium operations.
CRMA: Rare earth elements a potential blindspot for EU policymakers and industry – report
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