Boliden to invest $463m at Swedish copper smelter
This will push production of copper cathodes and precious metals up to full capacity in the second half of 2026 at the Ronnskar facility.
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American Rare Earths says scoping study confirms potential of Wyoming project
The independent report highlights a 3 million tonnes per annum operation with a payback period of 2.9 years.
Gold nanoparticles more effective than antibiotics – study
Sugar-coated gold nanoparticles have proven to be effective in destroying bacteria-generated scaffolding.
Lucapa Diamond soars on 48% rise in resources at Angola mine
Resources at Lulo mine in Angola increased to 228,000 carats as of December 31, up from 153,870 carats the previous year.
Tropical Cyclone Megan closes major mine in Australia’s north
The storm has already led to the closure of a manganese mine on Groote Eylandt island, the world’s largest producer of the metal.
Australia’s MinRes to develop lithium processing hub in Goldfields region
The decision follows its acquisition of the Lake Johnston nickel concentrator plant and tenure from Poseidon Nickel.
Gold beans all the rage with China’s Gen Z as deflation bites
Weighing as little as one gram, the beans are increasingly viewed as the safest investment bet for young Chinese in an era of economic uncertainty.
BHP stands down 25% of nickel project workforce
BHP has stood down around a quarter of the workers constructing its West Musgrave nickel and copper project in Western Australia.
Teamwork needed for Peru to develop full mining potential – Anglo American Peru CEO
As long as all interested parties join forces, Peru can take advantage of its ideal conditions to boost and develop the local mining industry, said Adolfo Heeren.
