Mexico’s environmental authority investigates Grupo Mexico’s spill
The pressure valve of a tank that receives purges from the shipping lines failed.
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Researchers get A$1m to develop solar power system that works at night
The new system is ideal for powering remote, energy-intensive industries such as mine sites.
Rio Tinto showcases Argyle mine’s pink diamonds
The 2019 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender is being showcased in Perth, Hong Kong and New York, with bids closing on 9 October 2019.
Australian thermal coal leaves investors cold
When you’re in the business of buying and selling, timing is everything.
China copper imports in June fall 27% from a year earlier
A slowdown in the world's second-biggest economy continues to weigh on demand for the metal.
Why the cobalt market needs Congo’s “illegal” miners
Says columnist Andy Home.
BHP eyes 11 new iron ore mines over the next 50 to 100 years
BHP and rivals are benefiting from a booming iron ore market amid strong Chinese demand and supply disruptions from Brazil to Australia.
BHP issues first tender for gas-powered iron ore carriers
The United Nations shipping agency is introducing tougher anti-pollution standards in the industry's biggest shake-up for decades.
Belo Sun touts procedural win but Brazil gold mine still on hold
The miner must still deliver a new study on the impact on nearby indigenous communities of the project, which promises to be Brazil's largest gold mine.
