August 29, 2018 In Chilean desert, global thirst for lithium is fuelling a ‘water war’ In Chile, threats of a government crackdown on over-usage of water often ring hollow. Mines need water, and the country´s copper-driven economy needs mines.
August 29, 2018 Teck seeking partner for $4.8bn Quebrada Blanca mine expansion Canada's largest diversified miner said that before beginning the copper mine upgrade, it would have to secure a development partner able to invest $2billion for up to 30% to 40%…
August 28, 2018 Venezuela to sell gold ingots to pensioners as inflation soars The gold is meant as a more stable way for Venezuelans to hold their diminishing funds as inflation in the socialist nation runs at over 100,000 percent.
August 28, 2018 The latest episode in the Crystallex-Venezuela saga PDVSA filed an appeal requesting that a Delaware court vacate a decision granting the Canadian miner the right to seize its U.S. assets.
August 28, 2018 Canada’s Teck to begin Quebrada Blanca mine upgrade in November The company received environmental approval for the plan earlier this month, which aims to extend the life of the aging deposit and boost production.
August 28, 2018 China exporting alumina again as soaring prices upend market Contracts to export over 140,000 tonnes of alumina from China were signed in July amid a favourable price arbitrage.
August 27, 2018 Zacatecas governor welcomes reopening of Grupo Mexico’s mine after 11-year strike The provincial authority issued a statement after learning that the reopening of the mine will create 3,600 jobs.
August 27, 2018 Mexico’s next leader says NAFTA deal preserves energy ‘sovereignty’ "It was established that Mexico's oil and natural resources belong to our nation," López Obrador said.
August 27, 2018 Chile’s miner Codelco makes new offer to striking Andina workers More than 80 unionized workers of the Plantas de Andina union went on strike a week ago.
August 27, 2018 KGHM to go ahead with $2bn expansion of Sierra Gorda copper mine in Chile Expansion and upgrades would extend the mine’s life by 21 years.
Italy seeks over $8 billion in damages from ArcelorMittal over ILVA steelworks, FT reports Acciaierie d'Italia has sued over alleged mismanagement of the steelworks. January 12, 2026 | 01:23 pm
