December 16, 2025

Ecuador eyes 2026 tender for $3B Llurimagua copper project

Ecuador plans a 2026 tender for Llurimagua as copper M&A accelerates and past JV disputes shape the project’s next phase.

December 16, 2025

Canada clears way for $53B Anglo-Teck merger

Legally binding investment pledges and a Vancouver HQ helped secure Ottawa’s approval for the landmark mining merger.

December 15, 2025

Codelco leadership in focus as Chile voters shift to right

The position requires political dexterity, especially around decisions that could trigger job losses.

December 15, 2025

Chile copper mining costs highest in Americas, threatening new investment, report says

The study analyzed 67 greenfield copper projects across the Americas and found Chile exhibits the highest capital intensity for medium-capacity processing plants.

December 15, 2025

Fortescue to buy remaining stake in Alta Copper for $101M

Alta Copper fully owns the Canariaco copper project in northern Peru.

December 15, 2025

SME warns 2026 may reset US mining’s global role

Policy reform, security risks and workforce gaps will shape whether US mining momentum turns into lasting global strength in 2026.

December 14, 2025

Equinox sells Brazilian operations to CMOC for over $1B

The asset sale, says Equinox CEO Darren Hall, is a "pivotal step" that positions the company as a pure North American-focused gold producer.

December 12, 2025

Illegal miners are digging gold at a $4.8B Newmont site in Peru

Newmont is the latest global company to face informal miners.

December 12, 2025

Colombia to launch copper exploration round with eight qualified firms

Colombia will offer 14 areas for copper production and exploration, ANM President Lina Franco said.

December 12, 2025

BHP, Rio advance projects in boost to Argentina mining ambitions

The Vicuña joint venture between BHP and Lundin Mining filed for the tax, customs and currency exchange benefits offered under the RIGI program.