Column: China’s PMI stays sluggish, but commodity imports are still robust
Arrivals of key resources such as crude oil, iron ore and coal appear to have accelerated in August.
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Fortescue founder toys with reverse greenwashing
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Females mining new frontiers: Breaking barriers and reshaping mining engineering in South Africa
In a field traditionally dominated by men, the accomplishments of Wits University alumni Dr Pontsho Twala and Dr Adwoa Issaka are inspirational.
Talga keeps permit for graphite mine in Sweden
The Swedish Court of Appeal has rejected a bid to appeal the grant of a permit for Talga's Nunasvaara graphite mine.
New map shows Australia’s lithium potential goes beyond WA
Although Australia's lithium exploration has predominantly centred in Western Australia, new research indicates the potential of other regions.
Anglo American receives OK for El Soldado’s $40m project
The operational continuity plan for El Soldado copper mine will extend the productive life of the asset by ten years — from 2027 to 2037.
Fortescue executive rout continues as Debelle quits green unit
Earlier in the week, metals division's CEO Fiona Hick announced departure, and on Thursday the division's finance chief Christine Morris stepped down.
British Columbia First Nations call for moratorium on placer mining
Provincial regulations governing placer mining are outdated, says BC First Nations Energy and Mining Council.
Taliban says it signed mining deals worth over $6.5 billion
According to AP, the contracts are with locally based companies, many of whom have foreign partners in countries including China, Iran, and Turkey.