May 1, 2020

Australia Northern Territory to ease restrictions, miners maintain protocols

The Minerals Council of Australia said the continued commitment to high standards will include exploration activities as well as operational sites.

April 30, 2020

CHART: Covid-19 disrupts $6.9 billion of global mining output

New report shows operations at 260 mines in 33 countries have been suspended – South Africa, US, Mexico hardest hit.

April 30, 2020

Fortescue posts 10% rise in Q3 iron ore output

Company upgraded its guidance for 2020 shipments to 175-177 million tonnes based on strong operating performance.

April 29, 2020

Newcrest quarterly output drops almost 17%

Production in Q3 totalled 518,770 oz, about 45,000 oz lower than analyst estimates.

April 29, 2020

Lithium developer ioneer forecasts high margins for Nevada project

Construction of the Nevada complex is expected to start in 2021, with the mine operational by 2023.

April 28, 2020

OceanaGold resumes New Zealand operations

The miner is keeping its 2020 production guidance.

April 28, 2020

Talga Resources to provide graphene for Bentley’s e-axle

The objective is to deliver an aluminium-based solution aimed at outperforming and replacing the copper windings currently used.

April 28, 2020

BHP looks to expand iron ore exports from Port Hedland

BHP's iron ore exports last financial year totalled 238 million tonnes, around 85% of capacity.

April 27, 2020

Australian miners can source equipment to continue operating amid pandemic

The Competition and Consumer Commission made the decision so that mining operations are not hampered.

April 24, 2020

Miners will weather the covid-19 storm — report

Resilience and better financial positions built over past years will shield miners, Fitch says.