China zinc smelter group sets processing fees for Q1 2025
In August, major Chinese zinc smelters had agreed at a meeting to adjust planned maintenance on production lines and postpone commissioning of new capacity.
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Delay in Chile mining permits a serious problem, says local head of Freeport
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South Korea’s highest court rejects appeal from zinc smelter against shutdown
The fate of the 400,000 metric ton-per-year smelter, the world's sixth-largest, has been closely watched as zinc prices soared 17.5% this year.
Indian government to sell 2.5% stake in Hindustan Zinc for $634m
The Indian government currently holds a 29.54% stake in the company.
Codelco seeks permit for $650m Andina water project
The plan is to funnel water from the mine's Ovejeria tailings, or mine waste, and other sources to the concentrator plant.
Pan African expands into Australia, halts Sudan project
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Kodal disputes Hainan’s claims over $15m Mali tax payment
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