by Gordon Barratt | Nov 10, 2022 | News
The Pilbara landscape Image: Rio Tinto. Rio Tinto and Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation (YAC) have signed an updated agreement aimed at strengthening ties and delivering improved social and economic outcomes for the Yindjibarndi people in WA. The updated...
by Gordon Barratt | Nov 10, 2022 | News
A revamped strategy and improved market conditions have enabled underground mining solutions provider Orica to record a significant lift in profits. The company registered a Net Profit After Tax for the year ended September 30 of $60 million, and underlying earnings...
by Gordon Barratt | Nov 9, 2022 | News
As world leaders gather at the United Nations climate summit in Egypt this week, another international meeting is underway in Jamaica to decide the fate of the planet’s oceans. The UN-affiliated International Seabed Authority is convening in Kingston to fast-track...
by Gordon Barratt | Nov 9, 2022 | News
Yamana Gold’s top investor calls the $4.8-billion takeover proposal by Agnico Eagle Mines and Pan American Silver “a good deal” for all, signaling his preference on the competing deals. Van Eck Associates, which owns nearly 12% of Yamana, had been critical of a...
by Gordon Barratt | Nov 9, 2022 | News
Thiess has extended its mining services contract with BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) for the Caval Ridge operations in Queensland. With a potential term of up to five years, the new contract starting on December 1 has revenue to Thiess valued up to $600 million. Thiess...
by Gordon Barratt | Nov 9, 2022 | News
The World Gold Council (WGC) has identified the key physical climate-related vulnerabilities of the gold mining industry and outlined a range of adaptation strategies to support the industry in managing the associated risks. Its Gold and climate change:...
