Rio Tinto cuts 2020 copper targets on Kennecott delay
The world’s second largest miner said a two-month delay in restarting the smelter at the US mine prompted the revision.
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Kazatomprom to maintain uranium output cuts through 2022
Company will extend its current 20% output cut through 2022 to help the market for the metal recover.
China plans to boost cobalt reserves as virus spurs supply risks
Cobalt prices have climbed 10% in the past month amid concerns that shipments could be affected by anti-virus measures in parts of Africa.
Alaska Republicans back Northern Dynasty Pebble mine
The party resolution, dated August 9, states it “unequivocally” supports the responsible development of the proposed copper-gold mine.
Alaska uranium site cleanup may open door for Ucore’s REE project approval
The US Forest Service approved environmental renewal activities on the former Ross Adams uranium mine site.
Braveheart to acquire Cu-Ni-PGE project in Ontario
The Calgary-based miner is looking to diversify its portfolio.
Sierra Leone freezes assets of Steinmetz diamond unit
The country's High Court interim order affects the assets of Octea, a subsidiary of BSGR, and is linked to a lawsuit over alleged environmental damage.
Jetti Resources’ quest for copper mining’s holy grail
New technology makes it possible to extract copper from low-grade primary sulfides like chalcopyrite, CEO says.
Iron ore price rockets to highest since January 2014
China's $680 billion post-pandemic splurge on infrastructure sparks record steel output and soaring iron ore price.
