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First Quantum Minerals to Put Its Ravensthorpe Nickel Mine Under Care and Maintenance, Australia
April 30, 2024
Mining and metals company First Quantum Minerals has decided to place its Ravensthorpe nickel mine in Western Australia under care and maintenance. The Canadian company has indicated that there is no fixed time frame for the care and maintenance period.
Argosy Minerals Receives EIA Approval to Expand Its Rincon Lithium Project, Argentina
April 29, 2024
Argosy Minerals has received environmental impact assessment (EIA) approval to expand lithium carbonate production at its Rincon Lithium Project in Salta Province, Argentina. This permit from the Government of Salta Province and the Secretary of Mining and Energy allows the
Anglo American Rejects Offer from BHP
April 26, 2024
The board of Anglo American released an update regarding the unsolicited, non-binding, and highly conditional combination proposal from BHP Group Limited. The proposal comprised an all-share offer for Anglo American by BHP, with a requirement for Anglo American to complete
Freeport-McMoRan Publishes Its 2023 Sustainability Annual Report
April 26, 2024
Freeport-McMoRan has published its 2023 Annual Report on Sustainability detailing its environmental, social, and governance performance during the year. This report marks FCX’s 23rd year of reporting on its sustainability progress. “Our sustainability programs are at the forefront of our
Anglo American Confirms Offer from BHP Group
April 25, 2024
The board of Anglo American has confirmed the recent press reports and said it is has received an unsolicited, non-binding, and highly conditional combination proposal from BHP Group Limited. The proposal comprises an all-share offer for Anglo American by BHP
TMC, SGS Canada Produce World-First Nickel Sulfate from Deep-Seafloor Polymetallic Nodules
April 24, 2024
The Metals Company (TMC) has successfully produced the world’s first nickel sulfate derived exclusively from seafloor polymetallic nodules. The sulfate was generated during bench-scale testing of its hydrometallurgical flowsheet design in partnership with SGS Canada at their Lakefield, Ontario facility.
G Mining Ventures and Reunion Gold to Merge in $638 Million Deal
April 24, 2024
G Mining Ventures Corp. (GMIN) and Reunion Gold Corporation (RGD) have entered into a definitive agreement to combine the two companies, setting the stage for the creation of a leading intermediate gold producer. Through the transaction, GMIN will acquire RGD’s
Cummins Begins Field Testing of Its Mining Hybrid (Diesel-Battery) Truck Solution
April 23, 2024
Cummins said it has commissioned its diesel hybrid solution in partnership with one of China’s leading rigid mining truck manufacturers, North Hauler Joint Stock Co. demonstrating progress in decarbonization for industrial customers. The hybrid NHL NTH260, a 220 metric ton
Boliden, Epiroc, and ABB Make First Battery-electric Truck Trolley System for Underground Mining
April 22, 2024
Boliden, Epiroc, and ABB have passed a new technology milestone by successfully deploying the first fully battery-electric truck trolley system on an 800-meter-long underground mine test track in Sweden, with a 13 percent incline. This means the mining industry is
Australia’s Westgold to Acquire Karora Resources in $808 Million Deal
April 19, 2024
Australia’s Westgold Resources said on Monday it had agreed to acquire Toronto-listed Karora Resources in a cash-and-stock deal worth about A$1.23 billion ($808.36 million), seeking its gold assets in Western Australia. The deal will propel the combined group to become
