by Gordon Barratt | Dec 13, 2024 | News
Exxaro Resources has held talks with the owner of one of South Africa’s largest manganese mines about buying the asset, as the coal producer seeks to diversify its business, according to people familiar with the matter. Johannesburg-based Exxaro has discussed the...
by Gordon Barratt | Dec 13, 2024 | News
Rio Tinto has approved a $2.5 billion expansion of the Rincon project in Argentina, the company’s first commercial scale lithium operation. Rincon’s capacity of 60,000 tonnes (t) of battery grade lithium carbonate per year is comprised of the 3000t starter plant and...
by Gordon Barratt | Dec 13, 2024 | News
Caterpillar has upgraded its Cat D8 dozer to include an array of benefits designed to enhance productivity and efficiency and withstand tough mining conditions. Fit with next-generation technology, the new Cat D8 dozer provides operators with swift...
by Gordon Barratt | Dec 12, 2024 | News
Newmont’s Mexican division said, it sees an “openness for dialogue” from the Mexican government, amid the proposed increase in mining royalties, which could potentially hinder billions of dollars in investments. The proposed increase in mining...
by Gordon Barratt | Dec 12, 2024 | News
US President-elect Donald Trump should deploy tariffs strategically rather than bluntly as he aims to support American mining companies facing stiff Chinese competition, a senior executive at cobalt producer Jervois Global said on Wednesday. Jervois,...
by Gordon Barratt | Dec 12, 2024 | News
Canadian company Eldorado Gold has announced a 2% increase in its proven and probable gold mineral reserves, solidifying its production outlook for the next decade and beyond. As of September 30, total mineral reserves stand at 11.9-million ounces, reflecting gains at...
