February 14, 2020

Russian central bank keeps peak discount on gold purchases

By reducing purchases, the central bank makes banks less dependent on it as the principal buyer of gold in the long-term.

February 14, 2020

Gemfields trades again in London after almost three years

The company will use the symbol GEM, the same it had before taken private by Pallinghurst Resources.

February 14, 2020

Portuguese communities lock horns with lithium miners to save their land

At least five municipalities have passed motions against exploration and grassroots groups have signed a national manifesto opposing the government's mining strategy.

February 14, 2020

Palladium One moving forward with Finnish project permitting

The company is focusing efforts on its palladium-dominant Läntinen Koillismaa project.

February 14, 2020

ICMM steps up game for miners with membership requirements update

Last updated in 2003, the fresh set of principles respond to increased pressure for miners to carry out socially-responsible investments and operations.

February 14, 2020

Sirius Minerals’ last-minute attempt to avoid Anglo takeover fails

The fertilizer company evaluated over the past week a plan to raise $680 million put forward by a consortium of financial investors, but talks didn’t go anywhere.

February 13, 2020

New guide to building on land used for mining

The deep coal mining industry has been run down, and this has coincided with increased urbanisation and regeneration of land in areas of former mine workings.

February 13, 2020

Greek lawmakers clear rescue plan for nickel producer Larco

Larco, which is 55% owned by the state, is floundering under half a billion euros in debt.

February 13, 2020

Boliden Q4 lags forecast, lower metal grades weigh

Operating profit at the mining and smelting group fell to $180.20 million.

February 12, 2020

Griffin Mining re-staffs China mine as coronavirus restrictions lifted

Company is returning staff to its Caijiaying mine in northeastern China