May 15, 2024

Coal India, NMDC exploring lithium mines overseas

The Indian mines ministry is also encouraging other state-owned companies to scout for critical minerals overseas.

May 14, 2024

Brazil states ask court to double what Vale, BHP should pay for dam burst

Minas Gerais and Espirito Santo states have asked a court to order Vale and BHP to pay a total 100 billion reais.

May 14, 2024

BYD postpones plans for 2025 Chile lithium cathode plant

Production at the new plant was expected to begin around the end of 2025, representing a $290 million investment.

May 14, 2024

Hochschild’s Mara Rosa gold mine reaches commercial production

The mine, located in the state of Goias, is the company's first Brazilian operation.

May 14, 2024

Cochilco sees considerable increase in Chile’s copper price forecast

Going forward, Cochilco is "moderately optimistic" on how copper prices will evolve.

May 14, 2024

SolGold secures $10 million loan for Cascabel

Loan provides cash to support ongoing operations and flexibility to finalize a more comprehensive financing arrangement.

May 14, 2024

Codelco working to meet Q2 production goal, CEO says

The state-run copper miner is pushing to boost production up from its lowest in 25 years.

May 14, 2024

Anglo American to sell De Beers, Amplats to fend off BHP’s bid

Anglo plans to focus on copper while spinning out or selling its less profitable diamond, platinum, coal and nickel businesses.

May 13, 2024

Peru copper output flat in March, but up 3.5% in Q1 2024

March production edged down 0.1% compared to the same month in 2023, new ministry's data showed.

May 13, 2024

Peru zinc miner Volcan to avoid debt haircut, new owner says

On top of making payments in June and August, Volcan is at an advanced stage in talks to sell its non-core assets.