August 7, 2025

Codelco collapse was likely caused by mining rather than nature

The probable scenario being used inside Codelco is that the incident was caused by geological stresses resulting from the project’s own extraction processes.

August 7, 2025

BHP, Vale offer $1.4 billion settlement in UK lawsuit over Brazil dam disaster, FT reports

The offer was reportedly made during a June meeting in New York with Pogust Goodhead, the British law firm representing the claimants.

August 7, 2025

Copper price gains on Chinese demand, Chilean supply risks

China reported an unexpected surge in both imports and exports in July.

August 6, 2025

Codelco seeks restart at Chilean copper mine after collapse

The state-run copper miner is looking to resume mining in areas of the El Teniente complex unaffected by a collapse that killed six people.

August 6, 2025

Brazil’s July iron ore exports hit record volumes

Brazil exported 41.1 million metric tons of iron ore in July, breaking the country's previous record of 39.5 million tons set in December 2015.

August 6, 2025

Copper market to feel impact of accident in Chile as plants shut

The shutdowns will reduce output of the metal used in wiring, electronics and construction by about 30,000 metric tons a month, a quarter of Codelco’s production.

August 6, 2025

Chile’s ENAMI opens process to seek investors for $1.7B smelter

The Chile's state-run mining company will offer a supply of copper cathodes in exchange for the investment.

August 5, 2025

BHP and Lundin will request Argentina incentives, but other miners fear missing out

Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime offers lengthy tax breaks and access to international dispute courts.

August 5, 2025

Fresnillo lifts gold forecast on strong first-half surge

Silver output dropped 12% due to the San Julián DOB mine closure, lower grades, and the end of a silver stream deal with Peñoles.

August 5, 2025

Infographic: Antimony spheres of control

This infographic reveals how antimony mine production is divided among the emerging geopolitical spheres of control.