Colombian workers at Fura Gems’ mine claim unsafe operating conditions
Former employees say the fabled emerald mine doesn’t meet global safety standards, in terms of protective gear and equipment.
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Satellites to monitor copper supply from space
SAVANT can provide up-to-date operational status of about 90% of the world’s copper smelters.
Miners rate social licence, climate change as top concerns. Really?
Columnist Clyde Russell calls miners' motivation to tackle climate issues into question.
Agnico declares commercial production at Amaruq
Proven and probable reserves at the Amaruq deposit are 24.9 million tonnes grading 3.59 g/t gold or 2.9 million contained oz.
NuLegacy Gold stock jumps on $7.5 million financing
Proceeds will be used to carry out the budgeted drilling program for the company’s Red Hill property in Nevada.
Nemaska aims to complete $600m Pallinghurst deal by year-end
The parties have agreed to extend the exclusivity period to the end of December.
Ecuador’s government flees capital and warns of coup threat
The unprecedented scale of the unrest, including rioting and looting, has worried many residents who stocked up on goods, emptying supermarket shelves.
China’s Tsingshan helped drive record drop in nickel inventories
After developing a reputation as a disruptive industry force for its role in popularizing nickel pig iron production in China, Tsingshan looks set to upend the industry’s supply and demand dynamics again.
BHP says “social value” to be key aspect of its business planning
The world's largest miner is moving from keeping a social licence to creating value for its stakeholders.
