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Slurry pumping solutions supplier Atlas Pump receives OHSAS 18001 standard and ISO14001 certification
The Slurry pumping solution supplier in China, Atlas pump on April 21 received the certificates of the OHSAS 18001 standard (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems) and the ISO14001 (Environmental Management system).
Apache Corporation pulling out of proposed Kitimat LNG project
The liquefied natural gas project planned for Kitimat, B.C., faces an uncertain future.
AngloGold expects more assets on the block before year-end
Forecast slump in gold prices to drive more mine sales, says the firm.
Codelco’s new CEO to lead the copper miner’s $25 billion revamp
Nelson Pizarro (73) will carry out the biggest investment plan in Codelco’s history.
Alpha to lay off 1,100 workers, mothball 11 coal mines in the US
The U.S. second largest coal producer blamed weak market conditions and increased government regulation for the decision.
Mongolia foreign investment craters 70%
The Asian nation is dependent on foreign investment in the mining sector to fuel growth.
Copper price boost after China manufacturing jumps to 27-month high
Gauge of economic activity in top commodity consumer at highest since May 2012 on strong domestic demand and an increase in export orders.
Iron ore price bulls are back
But prediction of a rise above $100 a tonne in the "near future" may not be enough for smaller producers as the big three flood markets.
