De Beers readies technology aimed at eliminating ‘conflict diamonds’
Firm is developing open platform that traces diamonds from mine to buyer.
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European metals technology companies want to lead anti-corruption fight
Following the 2016 launching of the Collective Action Initiative for the Metals Technology Industry, the program announced today that it has added a new member.
Following detention, journalist publishes controversial story about Venezuela’s Mining Arc
Rampant violence and corruption are the norm in the mines of the southern Guayana region.
Despite 42-day strike, Gran Colombia surpasses 2017 production guidance
Only in the fourth quarter of 2017, the company produced 51,699 ounces of gold, up 26% over the fourth quarter of the previous year.
Brazilian miner Vale ordered to repair environmental damage
Federal prosecutors announced ruling in a statement that said electricity transmission lines and a bauxite pipeline damaged soil and silted up rivers.
Rio Tinto 2017 iron ore exports up 1 percent, maintains 2018 guidance
On Tuesday Global miner Rio Tinto reported a 1 percent rise in iron ore shipments for 2017 to 330.1 million tonnes, meeting its guidance.
Behind Trump Soho partner, millions from post-Soviet mine empire
How and why funds from former Soviet states flowed into Trump-branded real estate has been focus of speculation since start of 2016 presidential campaign.
Copper faces double supply disruption threat in 2018: Andy Home
What two factors threaten to disrupt the copper sector in 2018?
One big, potential catalyst for gold in 2018
The rebound in the precious metals sector continues.
