June 6, 2017 IIDGR unveils industry-first synthetic screening device for testing multiple stones in set jewellery The International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research (IIDGR), a De Beers Group company, today unveiled SYNTHdetect – the first synthetic screening device in the industry to test multiple stones…
June 6, 2017 Adani to go ahead with polemic Carmichael coal mine after all Despite opposition from organizations ranging from the United Nations to green groups and locals, work on the multibillion-dollar mine is expected to begin by September.
June 5, 2017 Detention of illegal Chinese miners in Zambia infuriates Beijing The group of 31 people arrested over the weekend at the copper-mining town of Chingola, includes a pregnant woman and two other people with malaria.
June 5, 2017 Trump urged to end uranium mining ban near Grand Canyon Supporters of the moratorium, which expires in 2032, say new mining activity will likely boost the risk of uranium-contaminated water flowing into the Canyon.
June 3, 2017 66-year chart of beer vs gold price may lead to (heavy) drinking New report says don't wait 'til Octoberfest to pour money into gold market.
June 2, 2017 Top diamond miner’s 36-year-old chief to prove himself with cuts Son of Putin ally to focus on reduced costs in new role as CEO
May 31, 2017 Metso, Rockwell Automation to create new industry-leading industrial IoT solutions for mining Metso has selected Rockwell Automation to deliver a global industrial Internet of Things (IoT) platform that connects, monitors, and performs analytics for Metso's equipment and services, resulting in improved efficiency…
May 31, 2017 Gemfields steps up fight against takeover by largest investor Company called Pallinghurst Resources' bid “derisory”, adding it "clearly undervalues" the firm.
May 31, 2017 Vangold Mining acquires seven claims in Mexico Acquisition expands company's exposure in the Mexican silver belt.
May 31, 2017 Iron ore plunge hurting miners — down to fresh 7-month low Steelmaking material dropped to $57.02 a tonne, marking a fresh seven-month low, as large stockpiles continue to weigh on the market.
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