September 7, 2015 ‘Nazi gold train’ allegedly found in Poland Experts are warning the finding might be just an hoax.
September 7, 2015 Glencore fights back — to slash debt by $10bn, halt copper mines in Africa Mounting pressure from investors has forced the firm to come up with a $10 billion package of debt-reduction measures.
September 4, 2015 Canada’s Nevsun denies claims of human rights abuses at Eritrea mine The Vancouver-based miner has released an independent report that found no evidence of forced labour or human rights violations at its Eritrean gold and copper operation.
September 4, 2015 Glencore’s just had one of its worst weeks ever — shares down 22 pct The company, already the worst performer in the FTSE 100 index in 2015, has lost almost 60% of its value since the beginning of the year.
September 4, 2015 Canada’s Supreme Court lets Ecuador villagers sue Chevron for $9.5bn The decision could set a precedent for similar cases involving mining companies around the world.
September 4, 2015 Vedanta forces 133 of its Zambian workers to take paid leave Konkola Copper Mines, owned by Vedanta, said the move was a result of poor metal prices, which has hit the global copper industry very hard.
September 3, 2015 Tahoe’s operations in Guatemala not affected by President’s resignation The Canadian firm said its Escobal mine remains unaffected by the ongoing political turmoil in the country, which has forced President Otto Perez to resign amid a corruption scandal that…
September 3, 2015 Diamond market players discuss industry development at forum Players debated current state and future prospects of the diamond industry.
September 3, 2015 Sibanye confirms talks with Anglo over platinum mines for sale This the first time in over 15 months that Sibanye officially confirms its interest in Amplats’ Rustenburg assets.
September 3, 2015 Codelco $7.5 billion Andina mine expansion plan to take about two years The project is considered key for Codelco, as it is the only one that will allow the state-owned miner to increase production in the coming years.
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