April 8, 2020

In uncertain times, global metals exchange volumes surge

LME's average daily activity jumped by 15% in March to 794,139 contracts, the highest monthly total since April 2018.

April 8, 2020

Rio goes ahead with dividend amid coronavirus uncertainty

Chairman Simon Thompson said the company had decided to go ahead with paying the dividend due on April 16.

April 8, 2020

Cornish hits new, high-grade copper mineralization

The miner hit the jackpot at the United Downs project in Cornwall.

April 8, 2020

Cameco halts Canadian uranium plant

The miner's move comes as it faces challenges maintaining an adequate workforce at the Ontario-based facility.

April 7, 2020

Kazatomprom annual output to drop by up to 4,000 tonnes

The company expects to provide updated 2020 guidance in May.

April 7, 2020

Coronavirus boosts Anglo Pacific’s role as financier to miners

Geographically, the company is looking for projects in South America, Australia and Europe.

April 6, 2020

Spain lets Riotinto copper mine restart operations

Local authorities in Andalucía determined that mining operations supplying other essential industries should remain open.

April 5, 2020

Swiss gold refiners to resume work, easing supply constraints

Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus and PAMP were shut by a local government order on March 20, 2020.

April 5, 2020

Scientists develop organic battery

The climate-smart device promises sustainable energy storage.

April 3, 2020

Nornickel may not sell all output if coronavirus crisis drags

The spread of the coronavirus has halted production among many consumers of nickel and palladium, including makers of electric and other vehicles.