Codelco CEO leaves as copper giant faces lithium role, output slump
Codelco’s production has dropped more than 11% to a 25-year low in 2023, despite investing about $3.5bn a year to revamp its aging mines.
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Striking Newmont miners have funds to extend Mexico stoppage
About 2,000 unionized workers at the Peñasquito mine downed tools to push for clarification over profit-sharing terms.
Australia’s ANZ looks to expand lending to critical minerals sector
ANZ has traditionally supported long-life, low-risk mine projects for Australia's staple resources including iron ore, gold, aluminum, copper, and nickel.
India considers lithium mining royalty at 3% of LME price
The government is expected to auction a newly found lithium blocks, with estimated reserves of 5.9 million tonnes, later this year.
Zinc price jumps after Boliden suspends operations at Irish mine
The company said that it plans to lay off 650 workers at the Tara mine.
Column: Tin takes a breather but the calm may not last long
Tin's roller-coaster ride has paused as the market navigates a period of weak demand and improved supply.
Volkswagen subsidy to cost Canada $1.8bn more than forecast
Discrepancy comes from how Canadian subsidies may affect the company’s tax treatment compared to American incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Hudbay Minerals, Copper Mountain shareholders approve merger
Combined company will become Canada’s third largest copper miner, with an estimated 2023 production of 53,000 tonnes.
Melting nanoparticles challenge traditional gold transport models
Research led by scientists at the University of Barcelona reopened the scientific debate on the validity of traditional models related to the transport of gold in nature.
