August 14, 2012

Kimberley Process in search of new conflict diamonds definition

Kimberley Process leader Gillian Milovanovic is proposing a new definition of conflict diamonds to include acts of violence and broader human rights issues.

August 14, 2012

Harry Winston sues American retailer whose name has a familiar ring

Toronto-based jeweller and watchmaker Harry Winston, is suing M.K. Winston Jewelers for alleged copyright infringement.

August 14, 2012

Silver holdings near record high, hedge funds less bullish

Investors’ silver holdings are at near-record levels, despite hedge funds being the least bullish on silver in almost four years, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.

August 14, 2012

Barrick’s ‘world-class asset’ begins production

The long-awaited debut of Barrick’s Pueblo Viejo, one of the largest gold deposits in the world, has finally arrived with the mine producing its first commercial gold.

August 14, 2012

De Beers aggregation moves to Botswana ahead of schedule

The migration of worldwide diamond aggregation in Gaborone, Botswana, which began Tuesday, marks the first phase of the relocation of De Beers’ sales activities to Botswana as part of the…

August 13, 2012

Trolex expands its commitment to service & support

Trolex, leaders in gas detection and environmental monitoring systems has extended its warranty period to two years, providing additional cover for all […]

August 13, 2012

MRS is proud to appoint Jason Stout as Vice President, EMEA

MRS (Mine Radio Systems) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Stout as Vice President, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

August 13, 2012

John Doody’s three secret factors for beating the indexes

A former professor and author of the Gold Stock Analyst, Doody has been lying in wait for the market to reach bottom, at which point he's ready to deploy the…

August 13, 2012

Coal train strike in Colombia affects main producer Drummond output

The world’s fourth-biggest coal exporter, Drummond International, had to dramatically cut production in Colombia as a three-weeks strike at Feneco, the main coal railway, continues to affect its operations, said…

August 13, 2012

US coal severance tax benefits small mining areas

A West Virginia worker was recently stationed at major intersection in Kanawha county with an important mission: count how many coal trucks pass by in an hour. He recorded 57…