January 9, 2025

Column: Global seaborne iron ore had a good 2024, but it’s all China

The world's imports increased a modest 3.6% to a record high in 2024, however the boost was nearly totally driven by China.

January 6, 2025

BHP selects eight companies for 2025 Xplor accelerator program

The 2025 Xplor cohorts will each receive an equity free grant of up to $500,000.

January 2, 2025

Oman makes first copper export in 30 years

Approximately 900 tonnes of copper concentrates were shipped from the Lasail mine in Sohar.

December 30, 2024

Top five contrarian commodity scenarios for 2025

The upcoming year has the potential to be one of the most volatile in recent memory, particularly in commodities, writes Clyde Russell.

December 17, 2024

Saudi Arabia has extracted lithium from oilfield runoffs, vice minister says

The country plans to launch a commercial pilot program for direct extraction soon.

December 9, 2024

Gold price hits 2-week high on renewed China purchases, Syria regime collapse

The People’s Bank of China – a major buyer of the metal – announced that it has resumed purchases after a six-month hiatus.

December 3, 2024

The fight over Ghana’s illegal gold rush exposes election risks

The environmental damage has triggered a wave of protest in the capital Accra demanding a ban on all small-scale mining operations in places like Tarkwa.

December 3, 2024

Vale sees China steel production declining, other regions to grow

The company said it will adjust its distribution network to answer to the geographical changes on global steel production.

November 29, 2024

Next phase of development underway for world’s largest solar thermal project – MA’ADEN I

1.5 billion project to slash carbon emissions by 600,000 tons/year for Saudi Arabia's biggest mining company.

November 28, 2024

Platinum Group partners with Saudi firm for smelter amid South African export hurdles

The partnership with Ajlan & Bros includes a $4 million feasibility study split 50/50.