Panama to shut down First Quantum mine after ruling, President says
Authorities will start “the transition process for the orderly and safe closure of the mine,” Laurentino Cortizo said in a post on X.
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Boliden warns of lower Q4 copper ore throughput at Aitik mine
Guidance for copper and gold content was not affected by the production disruptions.
LME triumphs in lawsuit over cancelled nickel trades
Hedge fund Elliott Associates and market maker Jane Street Global Trading brought the case after LME cancelled $12 billion in trades in 2022.
India launches first part of critical minerals auction worth $5.4 billion
India will also announce the acquisition of lithium blocks in Australia and Argentina in a month or two.
Sibanye-Stillwater cuts about 300 US platinum jobs to lower costs
The precious metals producer will have to let go about 100 employees and approximately 187 contract workers.
Scientists call for long-term research to inform decisions on mining in the Wadden Sea
Researchers say long-term research must inform decisions regarding mining and other resource extraction in the Wadden Sea.
Rio Tinto sells stake in Canadian diamond project, ups interest in copper
Rio Tinto sold its 75% interest in the Fort à la Corne diamond project in Saskatchewan, and is increasing its stake in a Yukon copper firm.
Deep sea mining company sues Greenpeace amid standoff at sea
The Metals Company said the protest was costing it $1 million a day.
