Goal of tailings management should be zero harm – report
142 scientists, community groups and NGOs from 24 countries published a set of guidelines for the safer storage of mine waste.
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Egypt says $1.8 billion gold deposit found
With estimated resources of 1 million gold ounces, the deposit was found on a concession run by state-owned Shalateen Mining Company.
A miner blew up ancient human history, now an industry may pay
Regulatory changes could introduce additional costs and make it harder to win approvals.
Arizona Metals hits massive sulphide at Kay mine project
The phase 1 drill program began in January but was shut down in March due to the covid-19 outbreak.
Gold price hits fresh 7-year high as WHO issues virus warning
US gold futures surpassed the $1,800/oz mark for the first time since 2011.
Alrosa resumes operations at International mine
The company suspended works in the mine last week, after several employees tested positive for covid-19.
Azimut expands drilling in Quebec, shares jump
A total of 6,399 metres (32 holes) have been drilled since late May.
Britain’s accelerating transition to electric cars
Ultra-low emission vehicles accounted for nearly 7% of all new cars registered during the first quarter of 2020.
Polyus maintains output targets following virus outbreak at Olimpiada
The outbreak infected nearly a quarter of workers at the Olimpiada mine site.
