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Mining Firms Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart Merger Talks
January 9, 2026
Rio Tinto and Glencore have restarted talks over a merger that would create the world’s largest mining company. The talks come almost a year after previous discussions between the two mining companies collapsed. If a deal is agreed, it would
MP Materials, DOW, and Maaden Form JV to Develop Rare Earth Refinery
January 7, 2026
MP Materials has partnered with the U.S. Department of War (DOW) to establish a strategic joint venture with the Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden), Saudi Arabia’s flagship mining company, to develop a rare earth refinery in the Kingdom. This binding
Fatality in Roof Collapse at Coronado’s Mammoth Underground Coal Mine in Queensland, Australia
January 5, 2026
A coal miner who was trapped after the roof caved in at an underground site has died in central Queensland. Emergency services were called to reports of an industrial incident at Mammoth Underground Mine within Coronado’s Curragh complex shortly after
Happy New Year!
December 30, 2025
As we reflect on this past year, we are grateful for all those who helped shape our business in the most significant way. This is an exciting industry to be a part of as this administration puts mining and oil
Weir to Acquire ESEL, Strengthening Manufacturing Capabilities and Accelerating Growth in Chile
December 29, 2025
Weir has entered into a binding agreement to acquire the remaining 50 percent share of its Chile-based joint venture ESCO Elecmetal Fundición Limitada (ESEL) for $75 million. The acquisition will strengthen Weir’s direct market channels and manufacturing capabilities in South
Wishing You a Merry Christmas!
December 23, 2025
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus this week we are humbled by his sacrifices made throughout his journey. This week many in our industry will be taking the week off to enjoy much needed time with family and friends
Harmony Gold to Invest Up to $1.75 Billion in Eva Copper Project, Australia
December 19, 2025
Harmony Gold has completed the updated feasibility study and the approval of the final investment decision (FID) by the board of directors for the Eva Copper Project in Queensland, Australia. Eva Copper is a 100 percent owned, high-margin, long-life asset
Metso Divests Its Loading and Hauling Operations in Finland and Sweden to Miilux
December 16, 2025
Metso has signed an agreement to divest its loading and hauling business in Finland and Sweden, operating under the Häggblom legal entities, to Miilux Oy, a Finnish-based company which sells and manufactures wear resistant and personal protection solutions — utilizing
Anglo American and Teck Receive Government of Canada Approval for Merger
December 16, 2025
Anglo American and Teck Resources have received regulatory approval from the Government of Canada under the Investment Canada Act (ICA) for their merger. Anglo American and Teck believe that the formation of Anglo Teck in a merger of equals will
Vale, Caterpillar, Sotreq to Expand Fleet of Autonomous Trucks in Northern System, in Pará, Brazil
December 12, 2025
Vale, Caterpillar, and Sotreq have signed an agreement to expand the fleet of autonomous haul trucks in iron ore operations in the Northern System, in the Carajás region, in Pará. The technology will be gradually expanded over the next five
