March 11, 2023

Panama gives First Quantum go-ahead to operate port terminal

Panama's Maritime Authority has lifted a suspension on First Quantum's operations at the port of Punta Rincon.

March 10, 2023

Panama minister expects contract with First Quantum will get green light

The contract meets "the best interests for the country," Minister Federico Alfaro told Reuters.

March 10, 2023

Vale approves new board nominations

Among the new nominations are former Espirito Santo Governor Paulo Hartung and the new head of Banco do Brasil's Previ pension fund, Joao Luiz Fukunaga.

March 9, 2023

Peru mining firms’ logistics at risk from extended protests, analyst says

Fitch Ratings warned of possible lack of supplies and issues transporting ore to ports.

March 9, 2023

Lithium Chile confirms buyer interest in its assets following stock halt

The South America-focused lithium miner has three active projects.

March 8, 2023

Panama and First Quantum agree on details for copper mine contract

The new contract guarantees a minimum annual income of $375 million to the Central American government.

March 7, 2023

“Lithium OPEC” in South America could drive away investment, says Sigma Lithium CEO

Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Brazil would cooperate to expand their processing capacity, open battery plants and make EVs locally.

March 7, 2023

Peru to unleash stranded copper with roadblocks largely cleared

Peru expects shipments of commodities will begin to normalize within days as the nation’s worst street protests in decades ease.

March 7, 2023

Argentina moves to stop wetlands bill from foiling lithium boom

The country has been working on legislation to protect its wetlands amid sprawling fires often blamed on farmers.

March 7, 2023

Major copper producers unveil plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050

The International Copper Association's (ICA) roadmap has set a target for members to cut emissions by 30% to 40% by 2030.