September 27, 2018 Freeport, Rio formally yield control of giant Grasberg mine to Indonesia Agreements give a majority stake in the giant Grasberg copper and gold mine to a local state-owned firm, becoming the country’s biggest divestment by a foreign resources company.
September 26, 2018 Indonesia 2018 coal output target now around 507m tonnes – Energy Ministry Indonesia has increased its 2018 coal production target to around 507 million tonnes from a previous target of 485 million tonnes which may add to downward pressure on prices for…
September 25, 2018 Blackham secures $23 million for Wiluna gold project The deal follows the restart of open pit mining at Wiluna, which has produced more than 4.4 million ounces of gold since 1896.
September 24, 2018 Lynas shares collapse on rumours of review in Malaysia Malaysian media reported the newly-elected coalition government will shortly begin a three month evaluation of the company's rare earths processing operations in the province of Kuantan.
September 23, 2018 Copper nanoparticle ink is a thing and scientist want to use it for printing Copper nanoparticle ink can be used to print cheaper electronic circuits.
September 21, 2018 Mongolian court says copper mine nationalisation broke laws The Mongolian government broke laws during a controversial attempt to seize full control over the Erdenet copper mine.
September 21, 2018 Philippines halts quarry operations after deadly landslide The Philippines temporarily suspended all quarrying operations in seven regions following a landslide near a limestone quarry that killed at least 29 people, with dozens more feared trapped under the…
September 20, 2018 Central bank demand for gold reaches 3-year high Egypt recently bought gold for the first time since 1978, India, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines have re-entered the gold market after years-long absences.
September 19, 2018 Coal exports from top shipper hobbled with miners facing constraints Coal exports from Indonesia will be restrained this year, which could frustrate a plan by the government to ease a burgeoning trade deficit.
September 19, 2018 China’s subway splurge could help its steel sector get back on track Subway expansion plans require 80 million tonnes of steel, a need which arises as Beijing looks to boost economy amid trade war with U.S.
Critical Metals expects to close Greenland supply deals in Q1 2026, CEO says The company has already pre-sold 75% of planned output, split between the US and Europe. December 31, 2025 | 12:08 pm
