March 1, 2019 Vale probe could lead to fine of 20% of revenue from 2018 Vale will be on the hook for about $7.2 billion should Brazil’s government fine the company 20% of annual revenue.
March 1, 2019 Peru plans to give Southern Copper key permit for long-delayed $1.4B project The mine is slated to produce 120,000 tonnes of high-grade copper annually.
March 1, 2019 Brazil gold mine blast kills two — Canada’s Leagold The company has started an investigation.
March 1, 2019 Portofino executes agreement to acquire Yergo lithium project in Argentina The 2,932-hectare project encompasses a full salar.
February 28, 2019 Chilean miner SQM sees uncertain short-term demand for lithium The company foresees strong long-term demand for lithium but offered a short-term prognosis clouded by the entry of new projects into the market and slowing growth of demand.
February 28, 2019 Australian mining industry group praises free trade deal with Peru Ratification of the deal is expected to deliver major investment and job opportunities for Australia’s mining industry.
February 28, 2019 Barrick, Newmont step up game to sway top investors Barrick forecasts over $7 billion in pre-tax savings over 20 years, based on net present value — $4.7 billion of which will come from Nevada.
February 27, 2019 BHP announces executive changes Vandita Pant will assume the role of chief commercial officer on July 1, taking over from 25-year veteran Arnoud Balhuize.
February 27, 2019 Brazil judge orders Vale workers out of jail The company and its workers are under investigation for criminal responsibility for "qualified homicides."
February 27, 2019 Blue Sky calls Ivana PEA positive The PEA calls for an open pit mine that will produce both uranium and vanadium for 13 years
Ferrexpo halts Ukraine operations, furloughs staff after power grid attacks The suspension will remain in place until power can be provided consistently at required levels, the company said. January 20, 2026 | 10:15 am
