November 11, 2020

Skycatch survey system sums up aerial intelligence

Drones fly beyond traditional methods of 3D image capture.

November 10, 2020

Peru’s miners look to interim president for post-pandemic stability

The world's No. 2 copper producer is facing its worst economic crisis in a century.

November 10, 2020

Four countries have more heap leach mines than the rest of the world combined

Heap leaching technology has become increasingly popular due to the cost advantages and environmental benefits it offers miners.

November 10, 2020

Equinox begins $103m in construction at Brazil gold mine

First gold pour at the Santa Luz mine is targeted for Q1 2022.

November 10, 2020

AngloGold suspends operations at Cerro Vanguardia

Operations at the gold and silver mine in Argentina suspended for 10 days, as positive coronavirus cases have been detected among its workforce.

November 9, 2020

Iron price jumps as Chinese imports continue at record pace

China on track to import 1.2 billion tonnes of iron ore in 2020 as steelmakers upgrade plants to avoid winter production disruptions.

November 9, 2020

Caldas Gold posts record intercept at Marmato

Company reported high-grade assays from its asset in Colombia including a record 5.73 grams gold per tonne and 5.2 grams silver per tonne over 63 metres from 356 metres downhole.

November 9, 2020

Chilean mine group warns pending glacier bill could shut down deposits

Chile's world-leading copper industry could see some of its mines put out of business if an early stage bill to protect glaciers continues its march through Congress.

November 9, 2020

UK court blocks lawsuit against BHP over Brazil dam burst

Case was the largest group claim in English legal history.

November 9, 2020

JX Nippon buys partner’s stake in Caserones copper mine

Move comes as partner Mitsui & Co. put up for sale its 22.63% stake in the loss-making mine and posted a $67 million loss from the Chile operation.