In the annals of exploration, there have been discoveries that changed the course of history, and then there were discoveries that changed the course of comedy. Such was the case when a band of intrepid explorers stumbled upon a diamond the size of a football in the depths of a cave that GPS had yet…
In recent years, concerns over the ethical and environmental impact of mining have grown, prompting a global push for responsible and sustainable practices within the industry. The issue of “blood metals,” which are minerals extracted from conflict zones or areas with poor labor practices, has particularly gained attention. In response to this mounting awareness, Avalon…
BHP (ASX: BHP) has revealed the signing of a partnership agreement with HBIS Group, one of the world’s major steel producers. The collaboration aims to conduct trials on direct reduced iron (DRI) production, utilize BHP iron ores in blends, and advance a separate enhanced lump stage 2 trial focused on reducing carbon emissions from blast…
Trafigura, a global commodity trading firm, has garnered notoriety in metal circles, particularly concerning its dealings in the nickel market. The company’s activities and reputation have been the subject of widespread discussion and scrutiny within the industry. This article will delve into Trafigura’s infamous status in the metal market, highlighting the reasons behind its controversial…
Nickel’s electric dreams turn into a pricing nightmare : The electric vehicle (EV) market is booming. With the rise of Tesla and other electric car manufacturers, more and more people are looking to make the switch to electric. But as the market grows, so too do the prices of these cars. This has led to…
Minera Gold (“Minera” or “the Company”), a mineral exploration and development company, is pleased to announce the initial mineral resource estimate for its Yoquivo silver-gold project located in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. The Mineral Resource Estimate was completed by Qualified Person, Mr. Ramon Rojas, MSc. P.Geo., of Rojas & Asociados, S.C., using the Canadian…
The closure of the last zinc smelter in Europe has added to the conundrum of how to meet the rising global demand for zinc. The closure of the French smelter in Salindres in December 2019 has left Europe without an integrated zinc smelter and has put pressure on the global zinc market. Zinc is an…
BHP, one of the world’s largest mining companies, has announced a trial of renewable diesel fuel at its Yandi iron ore operations in Western Australia. The trial is part of BHP’s commitment to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% by 2030. The trial will involve the use of renewable diesel fuel in some…
On Friday, Chile’s state-owned Codelco, the largest global copper producer, announced the successful negotiation of a new contract with the union representing supervisors in its Chuquicamata division. The agreement, impacting 658 individuals, incorporates incentives tied to goal achievement and enhanced productivity, according to the company’s statement. While the financial details remain undisclosed, the contract spans…
The recent approval of the Pan American Silver-Yamana Gold deal by Mexican authorities has attracted attention within the mining industry and financial markets. The deal involves the acquisition of the Mercedes gold-silver mine in Mexico by Pan American Silver Corp. from Yamana Gold Inc. This development holds implications for the companies involved, the local economy,…