March 14, 2018 China’s iron ore mountain may only be a molehill: Russell The relentless climb in China's port inventories of iron ore may not be as worrying to the market as they appear, more a reflection of a change in dynamics than…
March 13, 2018 Anti-corruption body asks Rio for Oyu Tolgoi-related info Request relates to an investigation about possible abuse of power by authorized officials during negotiation of the 2009 Oyu Tolgoi investment agreement.
March 12, 2018 Newcrest shares hit after dam wall collapse The miner declared that its performance for fiscal 2018 will be affected by the breach of a tailings dam wall at its Cadia gold mine.
March 11, 2018 One of Australia’s largest gold mines halts operations after dam collapse Newcrest Mining says experts on site have observed no environmental damage.
March 9, 2018 Indonesia to lead nickel production: BMI The market intelligence firm says global nickel ore production growth will continue to accelerate in 2018 as major producer countries see a recovery in production levels following subdued output in…
March 9, 2018 Rio Tinto’s last two coal mines set to attract bids over $2.5 billion Company made a strategic decision in 2017 to exit coal and focus on growth in iron ore, copper and its aluminum division.
March 8, 2018 Scientists closer to producing safer and longer-lasting lithium battery Using a 3-D layer of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), or silicone, reduces dendrite growth, which makes batteries safer and longer-lasting.
March 7, 2018 South Kalgoorlie gold mine sold to Northern Star for $62.6 million The acquisition comprises the project’s operating processing facility and 800 square kilometres of Prospective Gold tenure.
March 7, 2018 Rio Tinto speeds up driverless fleet expansion in Australia Fifteen autonomous trucks will be introduced to West Angelas iron ore mine, in the Pilbara region.
March 6, 2018 US steel and aluminum tariffs a ‘black day for the world’ — BHP BHP chief executive officer Andrew Mackenzie believes US President Donald Trump’s plans for steel and aluminum tariffs will harm the global economy.
Silver price: Here’s what to watch for after wild ride past $80 Surging investor interest in China has been a key driver of silver prices in recent days. December 30, 2025 | 08:59 am
