January 14, 2019

Argentina set to join global mining transparency initiative

The global initiative requires member countries to disclose how they allocate licences and how much they receive from the companies in tax, royalties and other contributions.

January 14, 2019

Lundin kicks off underground work at flagship Fruta del Norte project

Ecuador’s largest underground gold and silver mine is on track to begin production before the end of the year.

January 14, 2019

Newmont grabs Goldcorp in $10B deal that creates world’s top gold miner

Massive deal creates company that challenges rival Barrick as the world’s largest gold producer.

January 13, 2019

Gold miners to remain cautious in 2019: report

The largest firms in the world are likely to remain committed to spending cuts.

January 13, 2019

Buenaventura facing stoppage at Uchucchacua mine

Contracted workers are alleging unsuitable working conditions.

January 13, 2019

Torex reports record production despite challenging situation

In 2018, the Canadian miner produced 354,000 ounces of gold at its El Limón Guajes Complex.

January 11, 2019

Potential 2019 El Niño poses risks to some South American mining regions

El Niño could impact countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador that heavily rely on hydroelectric plants to generate.

January 11, 2019

The rising cost of socially responsible investing: Mark Gilbert

As the saying goes, if you think knowledge is expensive, try ignorance.

January 10, 2019

Anglo American betting on South America to grow base metal assets

Anglo American has obtained hundreds of permits to explore in the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso and Para.

January 10, 2019

Barrick CEO to forge ahead in Latin America despite past strains

The company's new boss Mark Bristow beleives that Chile is a “great” destination for miners, despite Barrick’s difficulties advancing the massive Pascua-Lama project.