BHP eyes large-scale copper exploration in Zambia, mines ministry says BHP is re-engaging with Africa launching exploration workshops across southern Africa, covering Zambia, South Africa, Namibia and Angola through early May. Reuters | April 21, 2026 | 1:21 am
Chile focuses on Codelco turnaround, not quick privatization fix Chile’s new right-wing government said it’s focused on improving performance at the state copper giant. Bloomberg News | April 20, 2026 | 5:03 pm
Amermin, Ulterra take critical minerals recycling partnership global Amermin will now process Ulterra’s waste streams from Argentina and Canada in addition to materials from their US-based operations. Staff Writer | April 20, 2026 | 4:44 pm
Lynas logs sharp growth in third-quarter revenue, flags strong demand The world's largest producer of rare earths outside China posted gross sales revenue of A$265 million for the quarter. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 4:07 pm
USA Rare Earth seeks more deals, growth to break China’s hold The company aims to grow through acquisitions in mining and magnet-making, said CEO Barbara Humpton. Bloomberg News | April 20, 2026 | 3:53 pm
Rio Tinto flags Middle East supply chain risks, posts higher Q1 iron ore sales The world's biggest iron ore producer sold 72.4 million metric tons of iron ore from its Pilbara operations. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 3:39 pm
Copper price declines as Hormuz setbacks cloud peace deal prospects Coming off four weeks of gains, the red metal fell 0.5% to settle at $13,275 a metric ton on the London Metal Exchange. Bloomberg News | April 20, 2026 | 3:23 pm
Codelco expects debt to rise as investments draw on cash flow Chairman Maximo Pacheco says the state-run mining company will see negative net cash flow in the next three-to-four years. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 2:55 pm
Argentine judge orders halt to mining activity, road access near Vicuña’s copper project The project spanning the Argentina–Chile border includes the Filo del Sol and Josemaria mines. Reuters | April 20, 2026 | 2:42 pm