Republican US senator presses Energy Department on seabed mining
Seabed mining is a new industry that backers say can supply many of the metals including nickel, copper, cobalt, and manganese.
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Vale disappointment keeps Rio Tinto as world’s top iron producer
Vale was expected to overtake its main rival in the fourth quarter, but reported a disappointing 82.5 million metric tonnes of production.
Miners say Western Australia border closure may take further toll on labour, output
The state is home to mines that provide about 30% of the world's iron ore and 70% of China's imports.
Barrick Gold grows net reserves to 69moz at improved grade
Barrick says its geological improvements and remodelling are starting to make a positive impact.
UN advisers urge Sweden to stop mine in home of indigenous Sami
British company Beowulf Mining has sought a license for an iron ore mine and the Swedish government will announce its decision in coming months.
MineHub, Sumitomo accelerate digitalization of mining and metals supply chains
Sumitomo and MineHub have been in discussions since 2020 and have been closely collaborating on product development since then.
Codelco seeks sustainable copper certification by 2023
To receive certification, each mine must meet 32 sustainability criteria.
Los Andes Copper stock gains on drill results from Vizcachitas
Drill hole CMV-001B returned an estimated average grade of 0.51% copper equivalent.
Detour Lake high-grade assays expand resources for Agnico Eagle
The measured and indicated resource was 14.7 million oz in 572 million tonnes grading 0.8 g/t gold.
