Peru copper output seen growing to 3mt in 2024, minister says
The Chalcobamba project is expected to help Las Bambas eventually boost its output to approximately 400,000 tons of copper annually.
Latest Stories
AI can potentially estimate global environmental destruction due to road development for mining
Australia-based researchers trained three machine-learning models to automatically map road features in rural, generally remote and often forested areas.
BHP becomes first miner in Chile to exceed 40% female representation
In 2016, BHP had only 17.5% female workers globally and today employs 1,509 women at Escondida mine alone.
Perseus extends OreCorp takeover bid to April
Perseus and Silvercorp are vying for OreCorp’s Nyanzaga gold project in Tanzania, slated to produce 242,000 oz./year over its first decade.
China coal group says peak demand imminent as clean power grows
Coal is being displaced in the power sector due to a surge in wind and solar additions last year, says the China National Coal Association.
British Columbia puts restrictions on mineral claims, mining in two First Nations territories
Province protects Gitxaała and Ehattesaht Nations interests while it works to modernize BC’s Mineral Tenure Act.
US backs Australian, Brazil rare earths projects for up to $850 million
If confirmed, this would be the first ever US investment in an Australian rare earths project.
Panama asks First Quantum to suspend visitor program at disputed copper mine
The company is seeking $20 billion from the Panama government through international arbitration.
Zinc price rallies as traders unwind bearish bets on better outlook
Support has also come from a report this week that South Korea’s Young Poong Corp. cut production at its Seokpo smelter.
