June 29, 2021 CHARTS: China’s overseas copper mining scramble Chinese state and private investors have spent more than $16 billion over the last decade buying copper mines and projects including nearly 50 in Africa.
June 22, 2021 Oil to near $100, commodities boom likely to resume: Qatar forum Oil prices are likely to keep rising toward $100 a barrel while a cool-off in commodity prices won’t last, leaders of key firms said at the Qatar Economic Forum on…
June 3, 2021 RMI unveils set of rules to help miners fulfill ESG expectations Companies are feeling increased pressure from shareholders and institutional investors to prioritize ESG factors.
June 3, 2021 Nordgold plans IPO, double listing in London and Moscow The Russian gold miner is planning an initial public offering (IPO) of at least 25% of its existing shares in both bourses.
June 1, 2021 Centerra’s Kyrgyz units seek bankruptcy protection over Kumtor mine expropriation Centerra expects bankruptcy proceedings to prevent further efforts by Kyrgyzstan to strip Kumtor Gold of its assets.
May 30, 2021 Putin is betting coal still has a future Vladimir Putin’s government is spending more than $10 billion on railroad upgrades that will help boost coal exports.
May 3, 2021 Gemstone jewellers, miners launch information centre to promote traceability The Gemstones and Jewellery Community Platform provides information on responsible sourcing, due diligence, environmental protection, human and labour rights.
April 16, 2021 In depth interview: Friedland on the new world order "We’re here to talk about the revenge of the miners and how important it is that we sustainably mine copper metal for the new world economy."
April 13, 2021 Space mining enthusiasts to discuss legal framework, funding The Space Resources Week runs from April 19 to 22 as a free phygital event — combining physical and digital channels.
April 7, 2021 Canadian miners subject to tougher tailings standards The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has updated its tailings standards and it now meets or exceeds most global guidelines.
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