July 15, 2020

Vale to set aside $1.4 billion for Brumadinho damages

The amount would ensure the enforcement of any potential fine or forfeiture of assets, rights and values related to the disaster.

July 15, 2020

JX Nippon aims to boost Chile copper mine output

JX plans to increase the annual output at its Caserones mine by 13% in the next three years.

July 15, 2020

Cornerstone Capital looks to replace SolGold board

Move by the Canadian junior, which has an 8% interest in SolGold, comes after it rejected the Ecuador-focused gold miner's second takeover approach.

July 14, 2020

“Nature-first” mining could create $3.5 trillion market by 2030 — report

The World Economic Forum estimates that 395 million new jobs could be created by 2030 if businesses prioritize nature.

July 14, 2020

BHP faces first step in $6.3 billion UK claim over Brazil dam failure

Claimants allege BHP ignored safety warnings as the Fundao dam's capacity was repeatedly increased by raising its height.

July 14, 2020

Vale Verde and Appian report first blast at Serrote

Construction and engineering works are progressing to plan at the copper-gold project in Brazil, with start-up expected in H2 2021.

July 14, 2020

Funds buy into a copper rally fuelled by China and Chile

Hedge funds are starting to buy into the rally in copper, which continues to build upside momentum.

July 14, 2020

Lundin defends early retirement package for Candelaria workers

The company rejects claims by the mine supervisors' union that it is planning to lay off workers.

July 14, 2020

Lithium miners in Argentina join forces to boost sector

Industry body Calbafina aims to boost the development of new projects and enable a transparent setting of lithium prices on international markets.

July 14, 2020

Sigma’s $45 million project finance beneficial for lithium industry – report

Roskill says the deal highlights low-cost access to capital lithium producers can gain by leveraging the green credentials of their product.