Deep Earth structures may reveal location of untapped base metal deposits
A new study proposes a high-tech treasure map that provides more accurate information so prospectors know where to look.
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Australian Strategic Materials, ZironTech produce titanium alloy with low-emission technology
The companies say the process can be also applied to zirconium and rare earths for permanent magnet alloys.
Century zinc mine begins commercial production
Australia mine production begins amid forecasts that see zinc prices climbing in the coming months due to covid-19 restrictions easing up.
Ecuador reports tailings dam breach in Azuay province
The collapse of a retaining wall at Austro Gold’s Armijos tailings station released pollutants into the Tenguel river.
Codelco to suspend El Teniente mine expansion, cites pandemic
Unions say at least 2,300 of Codelco's workers have been infected with the virus since mid-March.
Congo mines minister to meet with firms on confinement moratorium
Civil society groups last month demanded an end to mandatory mine-site confinement policies put in place by copper and cobalt mining companies to avoid coronavirus outbreaks.
Oldest ocher mine on American continent discovered in Mexico
A flooded cave in Quintana Roo hosts irrefutable evidence of prehistoric mining activities.
Victoria’s Eagle achieves commercial production
Company’s first reporting period under commercial operations will be the third calendar quarter of this year.
Gran Colombia funds Caldas Gold’s Juby acquisition
Company has invested C$14 million in a private placement in its recent spinoff, Caldas Gold, to fund the acquisition of a project in Ontario’s Abitibi greenstone belt.