Mineral-rich Ecuadorean province requests popular referendum on mining
Azuay province is home to several potentially lucrative gold, silver and copper projects.
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Pan American Silver apologizes, ends legal battle with injured Guatemalan protesters
The lawsuit was launched in response to a shooting incident in 2013 at Tahoe's Escobal mine in south-east Guatemala.
SSR Mining drilling brownfield and greenfield targets at Seabee
At the Seabee gold mine operation, 125 km northeast of La Ronge in Canada’s Saskatchewan province, SSR Mining of Vancouver is focused on […]
Benchmark Metals stock jumps on new drill results
The Benchmark geological team has hit targets on 100% of the drill holes, says the company.
Big win for Pebble after EPA lifts Bristol Bay mining ban
The move does not guarantee the U.S. government will issue a permit for the planned Pebble Mine in Alaska’s Bristol Bay.
Burundi’s mineral exports overtake tea, coffee in hard currency earnings
Burundi's mining sector was thrust into prominence last month when the US said it was one of those it was considering to diversify its sources of rare earths.
Fossil-free energy supply gives Sweden edge in green steel race
Sweden’s SSAB is turning to hydrogen as a replacement for coal.
Northern Star hits sales record on new Pogo mine
The Alaska-based mine sold 48,009 ounces of gold in the June quarter, 33% more than in the previous three months.
China iron ore hits 2-week high as tight supply back in focus
Chinese iron ore futures rose more than 3% on Tuesday, extending gains for a fourth straight session.
