September 3, 2024

Codelco bids $500 million for stake in key Chile copper mine

The proposal to acquire a 10% stake in the Quebrada Blanca mine from fellow state firm Enami is reportedly before the latter’s board.

September 3, 2024

Cerro de Pasco Resources sells Santander zinc mine in Peru

In June 2023 the operation underwent curtailment due to weak zinc prices.  

September 3, 2024

G Mining declares commercial production at Tocantinzinho gold mine in Brazil

The milestone was achieved following 30 consecutive days of operations.

September 3, 2024

Brazil miner MRN gets initial licence to extend life of bauxite project

The company is backed by both Glencore and Rio Tinto.

September 3, 2024

Argentina ships gold bars abroad to be financially certified

Once certified, the gold could eventually be used as collateral to obtain financing.

September 2, 2024

Bolivian state lithium firm YLB replaces CEO

Bolivian state lithium miner YLB has named Omar Alarcon the firm's new chief executive, state news channel Television Boliviana said on Monday, replacing predecessor Karla Calderon.

September 2, 2024

Teck announces new business structure, leadership team post coal exit

The new company structure will revolve around two regional business units, North America and Latin America.

August 31, 2024

Power Nickel taps into Chile’s copper secrets with Fleet Space tech

The tool has been deployed across Power Nickel's Zulema, Palo Negro and Tierra de Oro sites, uncovering significant faulting and new geological structures.

August 30, 2024

YPF eyes sale of lithium unit as focus narrows on shale ramp-up

Under new management, YPF is instead entirely focused on ramping up production in the Vaca Muerta.

August 30, 2024

Brazil BNDES to fund Sigma’s second lithium concentrate plant

Investment will be used to increase lithium production in Grota do Cirilo by 250,000 tonnes per year.