Saudi Arabia creates new ministry of industry and mining
The move is understood as part of the kingdom’s strategy to diversify the economy away from oil.
Latest Stories
Global Energy Metals expands Nevada footprint
Global Energy Metals struck an option agreement in January with Nevada Sunrise Gold to acquire 85% of the historic Lovelock cobalt mine and nearby Treasure Box properties.
Australia launches A$12.5m mining research centre
The Australian government committed $3.7 million for the new facility.
Populism and protest lurk behind Europe’s dying coal mines
Anger and despair are running high ahead of Sunday’s state elections in Germany’s mining heartland.
Minera Alamos acquires stake in Prime Mining
Minera currently has three exploration assets in Mexico, including the La Fortuna open pit gold project in Durango.
Shipping’s great fuel switch is starting to drive up freight costs
The maritime industry is preparing for one of the most significant changes in its recent history.
Gold stocks have shimmered with gold’s rally
Gold has continued to hit new six-year highs.
Silver miners’ Q2 2019 fundamentals
The battered silver miners’ stocks surged in recent months, staging a strong rebound rally.
Codelco to decide by early 2020 on Maricunga lithium project
Codelco has for years talked of getting into the lithium business.
