Wheaton strikes $175m streaming deal for Ethiopia’s first commercial gold mine
The mine operator, Allied Gold, said the funds cover Kurmuk's first development phase, with production expected in mid-2026.
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Australia grants further $257m for Iluka’s rare earths refinery amid cost blowout
Iluka had first committed to building what will be Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery in 2022.
Iamgold cuts Westwood reserves by 17% amid mine plan overhaul
The new reserve base totals 2.6 million tonnes grading 11.45 grams gold per tonne for to 1.2 million contained oz.
Battery-electric railcar retrofits deployed at Carmeuse’s calcium mine in Michigan
Intramotev's aim is that initial applications of its technology will include captive routes between mines and processing facilities.
CME to offer 1-oz gold futures to meet surging demand from retail traders
There has been a larger trend among retail investors to seek smaller-sized gold products as a way to diversify their portfolios.
