Ecuador sends first export of copper concentrate from Chinese-owned Mirador mine The mine started production in July 2019 with a projection of some 94,000 tonnes of copper concentrate annually. Reuters | January 15, 2020 | 3:25 pm
Agnico Eagle and BMO execute first Tradewind Origins blockchain transaction Detailed provenance information linked to blockchain marks a transparency landmark in the precious metals market. MINING.com Editor | January 15, 2020 | 3:21 pm
Barrick forges ahead with Papua New Guinea mine in face of local backlash With a 20-year lease renewal application in the balance, Barrick has faced backlash from PNG landowners and residents. Reuters | January 15, 2020 | 3:19 pm
Yamana beats production guidance The company’s biggest production contribution is from its 50% stake in the Canadian Malarctic open pit in Quebec. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | January 15, 2020 | 2:19 pm
First Cobalt upgrades Iron Creek resource This represents a 10% growth in total tonnes when compared with the maiden inferred resource. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | January 15, 2020 | 2:14 pm
Wesdome sets production guidance for 2020 Wesdome has issued production guidance of 90,000-100,000 oz. for this year. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | January 15, 2020 | 2:09 pm
RCT launches specialized underground WiFi network RCT Connect has been designed to withstand the harsh conditions common in underground mining environments. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | January 15, 2020 | 2:03 pm
Quiz: Test Your Mining Knowledge Staying ahead of the learning curve is critical if you don't want to be left behind. And education is the key. MINING.com Editor | January 15, 2020 | 1:57 pm
Cobalt price: After dismal 2019, could Tesla-Glencore deal spark turnaround? Even before the rumoured deal, more than 80% of the world's largest cobalt miner's output was tied up for years to come, a new report shows. Frik Els | January 15, 2020 | 12:57 pm