December 10, 2024

Lithium supply surplus set to stay with battery makers’ help

Global lithium surpluses expected to persist through 2027.

December 10, 2024

South32 pulls Mozambique smelter forecast amid unrest

Transport of raw materials to Mozal Aluminum is currently being blocked by Presidential election-related civil unrest.

December 9, 2024

Newmont cuts management jobs in major corporate restructuring

The world’s top gold mining company initiated plans to dismiss one executive and at least 10 senior managers, Bloomberg sources said.

December 5, 2024

Budget allocated to grassroots exploration at all-time low – S&P Global

S&P analyst says explorers are transitioning to a more risk-averse stance, with increased focus on existing mines.

December 5, 2024

Australia grants further $257m for Iluka’s rare earths refinery amid cost blowout

Iluka had first committed to building what will be Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery in 2022.

December 5, 2024

BHP not fixated on copper growth organically or through acquisitions, exec says

BHP is now free to relaunch a bid to acquire Anglo, as the six-month standstill mandated by London’s takeover rules has expired.

December 5, 2024

Paladin restarts Langer Heinrich plant after planned shutdown

Paladin built an on-site water storage facility designed to provide a buffer against potential future water supply disruptions.

December 4, 2024

Rio Tinto lifts 2025 guidance for capex, copper output

Across operations, it is projecting 3% compound annual growth from 2024 onward.

December 4, 2024

Rio Tinto unveils lithium resource at Rincon project

It would produce 53,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually over a 40-year mine life, with plans to expand to 60,000 tpy.

December 3, 2024

Rio Tinto holds tender with legacy inventory from Argyle and Diavik mines

Bids came in from 12 regions across Australia, Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, the Middle East, Singapore and North America, Rio said.