January 30, 2019

Danakali’s potash project could be a game changer for Eritrea — UN

UNDP says the Colluli potash project has the potential to significantly boost Eritrea’s economy and advance the country’s sustainable development agenda.

January 29, 2019

Australia’s Newcrest Mining posts 7% rise in Q2 gold output

Newcrest said it continues to expect gold production in the second half of the year to be higher than the first half due to fewer planned shutdowns.

January 29, 2019

BHP hit with $59 million tax bill on Singapore profits

Federal Court said BHP must pay tax in Australia on profits made by its Singapore-based marketing arm on the sale of commodities owned by the UK arm.

January 29, 2019

Rethinking mining strategies among the top-10 global trends to shape 2019

Mining companies now need to determine how to operate in a market that is characterized by rising stakeholder demands, a widening talent gap, as well as dwindling access to key…

January 28, 2019

Canada’s Vendetta receives positive PEA for Australian lead-zinc project

The assessment revealed that Pegmont has a mine life of 10 years at 3,000 tonne per day open pit followed by an underground operation.

January 24, 2019

Australia’s ANZ bank closes Singapore gold vault

"ANZ has suspended its physical precious metals custody service as it does not align to our business strategy at this time"

January 24, 2019

Anglo American rides out iron ore hitches in strong 2018

Copper production reached a five-year high, more than offsetting output declines at Minas Rio in Brazil and Kumba in South Africa.

January 23, 2019

Many Toronto-listed miners don’t disclose environmental and social info — report

The Responsible Mining Foundation says companies gain from strengthening their ability to ‘know and show.

January 22, 2019

Australia’s Galaxy Resources raises estimate for Mt Cattlin Project

Galaxy said the reserves for the project are now estimated to be 42% higher than its last estimate.

January 22, 2019

Miners try to move away from fossil fuels — report

A research report by Wood Mackenzie states that electrification and automation will be a key priority for global mining companies.