Coal mining accidents tests China’s control of its cheapest fuel
A series of deadly mining accidents has hit output, while self-imposed import restrictions -- including on key supplier Australia -- limit shipments from overseas.
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Vale suspends operations at New Caledonia after protests
Company has halted operations after pro-independence protests nearby, and that military forces are now guarding the evacuated plant.
Vale asks US court to force Steinmetz to pay $2bn award
Vale is urging a New York-based federal court to force the magnate to reveal all assets to enforce and so obtain the arbitration award.
Altiplano closer to turning Farellón into mining complex
The Canadian miner relocated a recently acquired mill into a site situated 5 kilometres north of the mine.
Moneta Porcupine grows Golden Highway resource by over 200%
The property comprises 740 single and boundary mining cell claims or approximately 10,680 hectares.
Zambia to buy gold from First Quantum to boost reserves
The nation's central bank will hold gold for the first time since 1995 as foreign-exchange reserves near record lows.
Alamos expects Young-Davidson to drive gold output higher next year
Production at the Young-Davidson mine is expected to increase by 41% next year.
Ascot secures $105-million finance package for Premier construction
The financing includes a $80-million senior credit facility, provided by Sprott, and a $25-million subordinated convertible facility, provided by both Beedie and Sprott.
EV Metal Index on course for record year
MINING.COM EV Metal Index, which tracks the value of battery metals in newly registered passenger EVs surge 80% year on year.
