August 10, 2022 Small presence of mining majors poses risks to execution of planned lithium projects — report Out of 105 companies that own lithium projects, only 18 have more than one, Fitch notes.
August 9, 2022 Australia’s coal shipments face a ‘deadline,’ Greens leader says Three of Australia’s biggest export markets for thermal coal -- Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan -- had all pledged to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 or 2060.
August 9, 2022 BHP likely to raise bid for ‘strategically sensible target’ OZ Minerals, say analysts OZ rejected BHP's A$25-a-share offer, terming it undervalued and "opportunistic".
August 8, 2022 The EV race is turning a gold rush haven into a battery hub The most in-demand mining leaders are no longer those who’ve unearthed vast troves of glittering gold.
August 8, 2022 Oz Minerals rebuffs $5.8 billion takeover bid from BHP The Australian miner said BHP's unsolicited offer did not appreciate the growth potential of its copper and nickel assets.
August 7, 2022 Scientists figure out how to produce metallic iron on Mars The process involves combining processed air, dirt and sunlight on Mars to create metallic iron.
August 5, 2022 Rio Tinto not concerned about Chinese ore-buying company China is exposed to international iron ore prices as it must import nearly 80% of its annual consumption.
August 5, 2022 One of mining’s top female leaders vows change after abuse shame “The process of publicly airing these matters has built trust and accelerated the momentum for change,” said Kellie Parker, Rio Tinto's chief executive for Australia.
August 4, 2022 Rio Tinto attracts several proposals to build 4 GW of wind, solar power The massive build of renewables equals more than a third of the total wind and solar capacity Australia already has.
August 4, 2022 BHP backs Indigenous education programs in Northern Australia P will make a fresh A$1 million donation and continue to support the Studio Schools of Australia’s model for Indigenous education as a foundation partner.
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
