Canada’s minerals extraction in situation critical
With urgency in getting new mines developed, governments will need to streamline permitting processes.
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Demand for steel alloys grows as the energy transition gains momentum
Global stainless steel melt production is expected to be about 62 million tonnes (Mt) in 2022, rising to 90 Mt by 2050.
Young Mining Professionals Scholarship Fund to award $156,000 to earth sciences students
Scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing a career in the mining industry and are enrolled in mining-related programs for the 2022-23 academic year at Canadian universities.
Sayona Mining delivers positive PFS for Quebec lithium project
Study confirms the NAL operation’s technical and financial viability over a 27-year mine life.
Artemis Gold to use Caterpillar zero-emissions trucks at Blackwater project in British Columbia
Artemis has the option to place orders for Caterpillar’s zero-emissions haul trucks, currently under development, for shipments beginning in 2029.
Coal India to open big, new mine this year to fight power crisis
Production would initially start in the October to December quarter at an annualized rate of about 2 to 5 million tonnes.
Copper price dips as investors fear economic slowdown
"Recent consumption run rates imply copper and aluminum shifted into surplus globally in April," analysts at Citi said.
Peru communities protesting Las Bambas mine to meet President Castillo
Las Bambas, which supplies 2% of global copper, suspended operations on April 20 due to the protests.
Glencore charged with bribery in London, pleads guilty in the US
The mining and commodities trader pled guilty to bribery charges as part of settlements with authorities in the US and UK.
