August 30, 2023 BHP mulls taking Escondida underground BHP is studying ways to offset an expected drop in copper grades in Chile, including a new concentrator and taking Escondida underground.
August 29, 2023 Rio Tinto-First Quantum JV to develop massive copper project in Peru La Granja is described by the new partners as one of the world’s largest undeveloped deposits of the coveted metal.
August 28, 2023 Fortescue CEO Fiona Hick’s sudden departure raises eyebrows The exit of Fiona Hick, who held the post for less than six months, has been both "friendly and mutual", according to FMG.
August 25, 2023 What the ascent of hydrogen as a renewable resource means for platinum demand The emerging global hydrogen supply chain is essentially “made of platinum,” says Bank of America Global Research commodities strategist Michael Widmer.
August 24, 2023 Headwinds mount in quest for stable copper supplies By 2025, deficit is projected to spike to 217,000 tonnes and could further intensify to a staggering 2.2 million tonnes by 2032.
August 14, 2023 Vision Blue injects $40 million into Papua New Guinea lime project Mick Davis' Vision Blue Resources would obtain a 49% stake in Mayur Resources' Central lime project.
August 3, 2023 Canadian deep-sea miner TMC to seek licence in 2024 The Metals Company is ready to apply for a mining licence next year, with production expected as early as the fourth quarter of 2025.
August 3, 2023 Australian Strategic Materials inks deal to sell rare earths to US magnet maker Australian Strategic Materials will supply about 60% of USA Rare Earth’s needs for the making of permanent magnets for EVs and wind turbines.
August 1, 2023 Rio Tinto inks earn-in deal for lithium project in Rwanda Rio has the option to invest up to $7.5 million in two stages to earn up to a 75% interest in Aterian's HCK project.
July 31, 2023 Rio Tinto, Codelco join forces to find more copper in Chile They will explore for the coveted metal in concessions held by Agua de la Falda, in which Rio has a 55% interest.
Iamgold’s Lemelin thanks mentor for Africa option Bruno Lemelin recalls his first Iamgold boss urging him to join Essakane in Burkina Faso as regional politics began to unravel. December 26, 2025 | 05:00 am
