Chinese coal imports from North Korea plummet
Dictatorship was number two supplier of metallurgical coal to China after Australia before latest UN sanctions.
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Vanadium: The metal we can’t do without and don’t produce
One of the world’s least known metals is also of great importance, and likely to become more so as renewable energies catch up with and possibly eclipse fossil fuels.
Sandvik results reflect mining rebound
Orders jump 10% at Swedish mining equipment maker during third quarter.
Xi’s China a boon for mining
President Xi's enormous power means his pet projects like One Belt–One Road and Xiongan New Area will receive the full backing of the state.
Dewatering: A Vital Part of Minerals Mining
Weir Minerals can provide a total solution package, working with mine operators to understand each site’s dewatering needs, and to assess all of the specific requirements of a mine site.
Barrick Gold’s nickel mine could become a ski resort
The complex would be called the Giant Nickel All Season Resort.
UNEP urges mining companies to better manage tailings facilities
The agency is urging mining companies to put safety first and avoid erecting dams using methods that are known to be high risk.
Venezuela’s foreign reserves hit by expired $1.7 billion gold swap with Deutsche
Bonds issued by Venezuela and PDVSA were down across the board on Monday, with some falling as much as 2.5 points.
Global steel production at 7-month low
Price of iron ore declines ahead of Chinese winter steel output cuts, widening Kobe Steel scandal.
