March 22, 2016

These bacteria can help you find rich platinum deposits

Fresh research shows a new role for bacteria in cycling platinum group metals in soils and sediments, offering a better understanding of how to search for them.

March 21, 2016

The richest and poorest countries in the world

The world economy is complex, but today’s series of maps will allow you to simplify your understanding of the relative wealth of people around the globe.

March 20, 2016

New Rio Tinto chief plays down expansion expectations

Rio sources say 44-year-old French executive's command of operational and financial detail were important factor in appointment.

March 18, 2016

CAT sales show mining slump only getting worse

Industry bellwether Caterpillar's global mining equipment sales drop 42% as Asia-Pacific and Latin America orders fall off a cliff.

March 18, 2016

First gold ore mined at Portia

This important milestone was achieved three and a half months earlier than originally scheduled, due to a recent redesign of the mining plan.

March 17, 2016

Goodbye Sam Walsh: Rio names copper boss as new CEO

The change of leadership comes as the mining giant and its peers look for a way out of a prolonged commodity slump.

March 17, 2016

Adani $12 billion Carmichael coal project closer to lease

If built, Carmichael would be Australia's largest coal mine.

March 16, 2016

Bankruptcy looms for world’s largest private coal miner

"Substantial doubts" St-Louis-based Peabody Energy with history traced back to 1883 can continue as going concern after missing payment on $6 billion debt.

March 14, 2016

Mapping the transformation of global nuclear energy

INTERACTIVE: Nuclear electricity output set to grow at fastest clip in over 20 years increasing annual uranium supply needs by more than 100 million pounds.

March 11, 2016

Australian gold sector ahead of the pack

“It’s a good time to be an Australian gold producer.”