Nordgold to power up Guinea gold mine
The Russian gold producer aims to reduce emissions with the construction of a new 33 MW power plant at its Lefa mine.
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Mexican union wants mining operations to resume in May
The Confederation of Mexican Workers asked the federal government to include mining in its list of ‘essential services.’
Zambian official says Glencore reverses plan to shutter copper mines
Glencore's decision to put MCM under "care and maintenance" sparked a backlash from Zambia's government.
First Quantum to evacuate 800 people from Cobre Panamá mine
Some 2,000 people were stuck at the mining complex when it entered into lockdown due to covid-19.
Never mind the bumpy ride. Emerging-market investors are back
Gains in coming days would extend the advances of the past two weeks, spurred by optimism of a coronavirus treatment and the prospect of a staggered reopening of the U.S. economy.
Indian steel demand expected to drop 7.7% in 2020
Demand has been hit by slowdowns in the construction, automotive and rail sectors as India fights the coronavirus with a protracted lockdown.
New gas storage method makes cell-powered vehicles more viable
US researchers designed porous materials that allow for better storage of hydrogen and methane in clean energy vehicles.
Mining projects to slow further in Q2 2020
GlobalData reported the progress of 35 mines under construction globally was disrupted due to lockdowns.
Coronavirus distress is M&A opportunity for Rio, rivals
After years of buying at the peak of the economic cycle and selling in the trough, the world’s big diggers could do the reverse.