Australia’s trade surplus swells as gold and energy exports rise
Thursday’s data showed overseas shipments of non-monetary gold jumped almost 16%.
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Horizonte Minerals receives mining approval for Araguaia nickel project
The mine is on track for first production in early 2024.
Canada port strike enters fifth day with talks deadlocked, threatening economy
In April $3.6 billion of goods were exported from British Columbia, including more than $750 billion of coal.
New gold discoveries to extend Barrick’s Ivory Coast mine operations
Tongon mine will continue operating until at least 2030 following a significant discovery of new deposits.
Pentagon has strategic germanium stockpile, but no gallium reserves – spokesperson
China announced export restrictions on the two metals used in semiconductors.
Freeport-McMoran faces potential halt of activities in Indonesia
Without the awaited export permit, Freeport will have to suspend operations, resulting in significant implications for overall operations and sales of mining products.
New, highly conductive metallic gel allows 3D printing of solid objects at room temperature
US-based researchers have developed a metallic gel that is highly electrically conductive and can be used to print three-dimensional solid objects at room temperature.
UK needs to revive rich mining past to counter China’s minerals grip
The reopening of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall is part of a wave of mining activity across England’s southwestern tip.
SQM grows Aussie footprint on earn-in deal with Tambourah
SQM will invest at least A$1.5 million ($1m) and up to A$3 million ($2m) to earn an initial 50% in all mineral rights at Julimar project.
