International Lithium estimates 25-year mine life at Mariana JV with new study The project, located in Salta, Argentina, could produce 10,000 tonnes lithium carbonate equivalent per year over a 25 year mine life. Northern Miner Staff | December 6, 2018 | 10:03 am
Losing licence to operate new and biggest threat to miners — EY Mining companies across the globe now consider the risk of losing their licence to operate as the biggest risk to their businesses in the next two years Cecilia Jamasmie | December 6, 2018 | 9:54 am
Government rejects Sierra Metals’ tailings EIA for Yauricocha expansion Sierra Metals has 15 business days to provide a re-evaluation to the authorities to initiate a review process. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 9:45 am
Vale says recent dip in global steel prices is temporary Global capacity utilisation in the steel sector has risen to 76% this year from 73% last year, indicating excess capacity in the sector is shrinking. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 9:31 am
McEwen Mining making plans $20m exploration on Timmins properties The company will offer approximately 6.0 million flow-through shares priced at $3.02 each. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 9:26 am
Newmont says 2019 gold production at mid-point of previous outlook The Colorado-based miner sees 2019 output at 5.2 million ounces of gold, from an earlier forecast range of 4.9 million ounces to 5.4 million ounces. Reuters | December 6, 2018 | 9:14 am
South Arturo JV to expand production in late 2019 Premier Gold Mines of Thunder Bay, Ont., has provided an update on development at the South Arturo joint venture in the Carlin Trend. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 8:45 am
Wesdome extends Eagle River zone 7 at depth Drifting and drilling the 7 zone at the Eagle River mine has resulted in longer than average strike lengths and extended the zone at depth. Canadian Mining Journal Staff | December 6, 2018 | 7:25 am
Vancouver miner allowed to explore gold property in Manitoba – with conditions Alto Ventures' exploration permit was issued with a requirement that a heritage resource impact assessment is completed before work begins. MINING.COM Staff Writer | December 6, 2018 | 7:11 am