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The Metals Co: Greenpeace Illegally Distrupts Deep-sea Mining Research Vessel
November 28, 2023
The Metals Company has released the following statement regarding Greenpeace’s illegal attempt to stop a legally-mandated scientific research expedition: The exploration contract granted to The Metals Company’s (TMC) subsidiary Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (NORI) by the International Seabed Authority (ISA)
Trafigura and Korea Zinc to Invest $140 Million to Build Nickel Refinery, South Korea
November 28, 2023
Trafigura and Korea Zinc have entered into a $140 million (KRW184.9 billion) investment agreement to support the development of an all-in-one nickel refinery in South Korea. The refinery will be established in Ulsan by Korea Zinc’s nickel sulphate subsidiary, Korea
Elevator Drops 650 Feet at Implats Impala Rustenburg Mine, 75 Injuries, 11 Fatalities, South Africa
November 28, 2023
An elevator suddenly dropped around 200 meters (656 feet) while carrying workers to the surface in a platinum mine in South Africa, killing 11 and injuring 75, the mine operator said Tuesday. It happened Monday evening at the end of
MinRes Acquires Bald Hill Lithium Mine in Australia
November 27, 2023
Australia-based diversified resources company Mineral Resources (MinRes) has acquired the Bald Hill lithium mine in Western Australia. Located 50km southeast of Kambalda in the Goldfields region, the Western Australian lithium mine has an annual production capacity of approximately 150,000 tonnes
Wishing You Peace and Harmony This Thanksgiving Season!
November 23, 2023
We are grateful this holiday for our awesome readers and advertisers who have played an integral part in our journey. Since our launch in 2009, we have been inspired by the enthusiasm from this community. We continue to fight through
Fortescue Launches Green Energy Accelerator Platform, Fortescue Capital
November 22, 2023
Fortescue has formed Fortescue Capital, headquartered in New York City, and named Robert Tichio as chief executive officer and managing partner. Fortescue Capital is a new green energy investment accelerator platform, and an integral next step in Fortescue’s commitment to
World Coal Association Rebrands as FutureCoal Global Alliance
November 21, 2023
After 38 years the World Coal Association (WCA) will cease and usher in a new era under the transformative branding: FutureCoal - The Global Alliance for Sustainable Coal. Unveiling the new brand logo and identity at a dedicated press conference
Fortescue Approves $750 Million Investment for Three Green Projects
November 21, 2023
Australia’s Fortescue approved on Tuesday an estimated total investment of about $750 million over the next three years for two green energy projects and one green steel project as the iron ore miner seeks to become a top-tier clean energy
Anglo American Launches Valutrax™ Digital Traceability to Increase Value Chain Transparency
November 15, 2023
Anglo American has launched Valutrax™, a proprietary digital traceability solution designed to provide customers with greater assurance about the provenance of the products they purchase. Valutrax™ offers a single point of access to core information about such products, helping to
Glencore Enters Binding Agreement to Acquire 77% Interest in Teck’s Coal Unit for $6.93 Billion
November 14, 2023
Glencore has entered into a binding agreement with Teck Resources for the acquisition of 77 percent interest of Teck’s steelmaking coal business, Elk Valley Resources (EVR), for $6.93 billion in cash. Concurrently, Teck has agreed with Nippon Steel Corporation (NSC)
