New rare earth miner lists in London, raises $10 million for Burundi project
Rainbow Rare Earths plans to restart the Gakara mine, which operated for 30 years until 1978, and that still holds high grade of the coveted elements.
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Argentina concludes official register of glaciers in mining areas
Through a quietly released official announcement, the Federal Environment Secretary of Argentina, Sergio Bergman, informed that Argentina’s National Glacier Inventory has just completed a glacier count in the controversial Famatina Mountains.
Freeport may resume copper exports from Indonesia in ‘a day or two’ — authorities
Government is considering to extend the miner a temporary permit, valid for up to six months, which would pave the way for Freeport to resume exports from Grasberg.
Dominion Diamond CEO to step down due to family reasons
Brendan Bell, who has also resigned to Dominion's board, has agreed to stay on as CEO until June 30 to ensure a smooth transition.
Newcrest Mining gold output falls, but copper rises
Newcrest's gold production dropped to 614,715 ounces in the quarter ended in December, from 615,498 ounces in the three months immediately prior and 620,691 ounces a year ago.
Newmont recognized for top sustainability performance – and largest improvements – in global mining sector
Recognition builds on ranking as mining industry’s overall sustainability leader in 2015 and 2016.
Randgold Resources hit by illegal sit-in at Tongon mine
Company said talks are underway to stop an illegal sit-in that started last week by some employees demanding annual ex-gratia payments.
Rob McEwen inducted into Canadian Mining Hall of Fame
Legendary mine developer Rob McEwen has been recognized for his accomplishments in Canadian mining through an induction into the hallowed corridors of the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame.
Ingenious clean coal plant could give new life to coal
NRG Energy and JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration Corp. have successfully developed a power plant that runs entirely on clean coal.
