Thousands of Peruvians camp in the Andes to defend lake from Newmont’s gold project
Government has sent additional police forces to watch over the protestors, as previous manifestations have turned violent in the past.
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Trolex Awarded Grant for Development of Fire Detection System
The gas detection specialist Trolex was awarded a £239,000 grant towards the development of a prototype fire detection system for the mining industry.
SGS’ New Facility in Durango, Mexico is Open and Accepting Samples
The official opening of the new facility will be held in July 2013.
Hitachi Construction Machinery and Immersive Technologies Renew Exclusive Partnership
Immersive Technologies is able to deliver the most accurate simulation for Hitachi Construction Mining machines through their renewed technical and licensing agreement.
Mining to support Saskatchewan’s economic growth this year: RBC
RBC says demand for potash is picking up, with production figures pointing to an impressive 26% increase over year-ago levels.
US coal exports set monthly record in March
Thanks to increased Asian demand for the commodity.
Brazil’s president unveils new mining law
Reforms include proposal to potentially double mining royalties to 4%.
US firm buys half of Tinkler’s stake in Whitehaven Coal
Former Australian mining billionaire forced to sell in order to pay off debts.
Absolute liability for offshore drilling in Canada to increase to $1 billion
Offshore drilling companies to face $1 billion absolute liability payments.
