Barrick could close Golden Sunlight mine in May
The Montana, U.S.-based Sunlight mine has been approaching the end of its operational life in recent years and its remaining gold reserves are nearly depleted.
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Another 10MT of iron ore off the market as Vale halts Alegria mine
The preventive measure was taken after a stress test failed to guarantee stability of the mine’s structures. Vale noted it would restart production when new studies are completed and their results are conclusive.