February 26, 2020

Rio’s $1bn spend to reach zero emissions “not enough”

Rio's boss said consumers, governments and shareholders must all be willing to make sacrifices if climate targets are to be met.

February 25, 2020

Grupo Mexico reports fourth quarter net profit jump

Net profit was $777.6 million for the quarter.

February 25, 2020

Iron ore shows rain can triumph over China virus fears

Iron ore’s robust performance is built around supply disruptions from Australia and Brazil.

February 25, 2020

Rio Tinto, Calibre enter Nicaragua exploration deal

Rio has entered an option agreement on Calibre's Borosi project.

February 25, 2020

Western Australia is world’s new top mining destination

No Canadian provinces made the top ten list this year.

February 24, 2020

Fresnillo to kick off production at Juanicipio mid-year

Operations at the Mexican silver -gold project will begin in mid-2020, at an additional cost of $45 million.

February 23, 2020

Ecuador’s National Assembly working on new rules on mining concessions

The legislative body wants to create a level playing field for both local and foreign companies.

February 23, 2020

Ecuadorean court denies public vote on halting mining projects

Azuay's prefect, Yaku Perez, who submitted the request, said gold and copper mines threaten communities' water source.

February 21, 2020

Brazil mining royalties jump 40% to record high

Brazil received more than $1 billion dollars in mineral royalties in 2019.

February 21, 2020

Internal probe confirms Vale knew Brumadinho dam was unsafe

The iron ore giant was aware of the facility’s fragile condition from 2003.