August 11, 2022

Column: Australia’s renewable energy ambitions dwarfed by coal, LNG juggernaut

Australia can become a renewable energy superpower but a dose of realism on the scale and cost of achieving the goals would be welcome, writes Clyde Russell.

August 11, 2022

SolGold reshuffles C-suite as it ramps up Cascabel

Three executives, including CFO Ayten Saridas and non-executive director Keith Marshall, are on the way out.

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.