Deep UK mine helps scientists figure out how humans would survive on Mars
The Bio-SPHERE project investigates how scientific and medical operations would take place in the challenging environments of Mars and the moon.
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Gemfields hits three records in latest emerald auction
The coloured gems miner as achieved record revenue of $43.7 million in its latest emerald auction, held in the second half of May.
Teck’s attempt to gain CIC support for coal split hits wall — report
The miner is reportedly finding it difficult to secure the support of top shareholder China Investment Corporation for a plan to exit coal.
Fortescue Metals appoints Christine Morris as CFO
Most recently, Morris served as the finance chief of Maersk Drilling.
Rio Tinto to invest $395 million in Pilbara desalination plant
Construction is expected to start in 2024 and the facility will be operational and producing water in 2026.
European Lithium signs deal with Obeikan Group for hydroxide processing plant in Saudi Arabia
Facility to be developed to meet initial capacity based on company's supply agreement with BMW.
Copper output dips in Chile for potential boost to demand-hit market
Production in Chile fell more than 5% in April from the prior month and output was down 1% from a year ago.
Pimco says gold is overvalued now, but has long-term appeal
Greg Sharenow, who manages a portfolio focused on energy and commodities, calls gold a 25-year duration asset.
The world has a new no. 2 copper exporter
Congo has been making huge strides thanks largely to the high-grade ore now being tapped by Ivanhoe Mines.
