September 29, 2014 China to impose revamped coal tax in December The new resource expected to encourage a more efficient use of coal, which has been blamed for the nation's severe air pollution troubles.
September 28, 2014 China spurns gold, adding to price woes The slump in the gold price that has occurred in recent months shows no signs of letting up, and the latest import data from China will not give any joy…
September 26, 2014 World Gold Council bullish on demand, ETFs role Industry body sees demand rising as economic growth lifts consumers’ incomes.
September 26, 2014 Aussie court stops Palmer’s firm attempt to axe Citic Pacific mining rights Today’s interim injunction prevents Mineralogy from stripping its Chinese business partner from its iron ore mining rights in the Pilbara.
September 25, 2014 Nickel price tipped to average $20,000t in 2015 as sector prepares for more buoyant annual gathering An average nickel price of US$20,000 per tonne has been forecast for Australian nickel producers in 2015 – but the sector has been urged to keep its grass roots focus…
September 24, 2014 Iron ore trade to grow 35% over five years Top iron ore miner Vale expected claw back market share from Australian competitors thanks to its Serra Sul mine and use of Valemax mega-carriers.
September 24, 2014 Valemax ban ‘effectively’ lifted Mega-carriers docking in China will see Brazilian giant Vale double export volumes to China over the next five years.
September 24, 2014 BHP to go ahead with London-listing of demerged $15bn firm New company would still have its primary listing in Australia, with secondary listings in South Africa and the UK.
September 24, 2014 China’s iron ore imports to fall in September — report Shanghai Metals Market warns slim profits and continuous declines in steel prices have dampened Chinese mills’ appetite for iron ore.
September 24, 2014 Low metal prices put chill on global mineral exploration Fresh data suggests it is still too early to celebrate a recovery in the sector.
Niger assault endangers uranium sourced from Orano’s site The attack targeted the airport area and adjacent military base that involved gunmen on motorbikes and drone strikes. January 29, 2026 | 10:18 am
