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Lockheed Martin Corporation’s Deep Seabed Licenses: NOAA’s Role in U.S. Seabed Mining and Critical Mineral Access

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Deep seabed mining focuses on recovering critical minerals from the ocean floor. These resources—such as manganese, nickel, cobalt, copper, and rare earth elements—are essential for many modern technologies, including defense systems, batteries, smartphones, and medical devices. Because these minerals are used across so many industries, securing steady access to them is increasingly seen as an…

Navigating mining challenges on the road to America’s EV future :

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The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has the potential to revolutionize the way Americans get around, leading to lower emissions and more efficient transportation options. However, the process of transitioning to EVs is not without its challenges. Mining is one of the most significant obstacles in the road to America’s EV future. Mining is necessary…

Column: Russian supply uncertainty weighs on aluminum market :

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The aluminum market has been on edge in recent weeks due to uncertainty around Russia’s supply of the metal. Russia is the world’s second-largest producer of aluminum and the third-largest exporter, and any disruption in its supply could cause a significant ripple effect in the global market. The source of the concern is the potential…

Gold investment surging :

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Gold investment has been surging in recent months, as investors seek out safe havens amid the economic uncertainty created by the coronavirus pandemic. The price of gold has climbed to a seven-year high, and demand for the precious metal has been increasing significantly. Investors are turning to gold as a reliable asset to protect their…

Iron ore price hits six-month high as China plans more stimulus :

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Iron ore prices have surged to their highest level in six months, as China plans to introduce more stimulus measures to boost economic growth. The price of iron ore, the key ingredient in steel production, rose to $90.70 a tonne on Monday, the highest level since early October 2019. The surge was driven by reports…

Rio Tinto’s Brockman Syncline 1 Iron Ore Mine to Create 1,000 Jobs and Secure Supply

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Rio Tinto’s development of the Brockman Syncline 1 iron ore mine in the Pilbara region is a major project aimed at securing the company’s iron ore supply for the future. The mine will play a crucial role in extending the operational life of Rio Tinto’s Brockman area, which is important because the iron ore grades…

CorePlan $5M Raise: Mining Software Used by BHP, Fortescue, AngloGold Ashanti and Rio Tinto

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CorePlan, a Perth-based startup building software for the mining industry, has raised $5 million in a follow-on funding round led by existing investor EVP. The company says the funding will help it grow its global team, expand product features, strengthen regional support, and increase its presence in the Americas, while continuing to scale operations in…

Platinum takeover battle faces South Africa antitrust scrutiny :

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South Africa’s antitrust agency said on Wednesday that it was scrutinizing a hostile takeover battle for one of the country’s leading platinum producers, with the regulator aware of the potential impact of a pending transaction on the nation’s broader economy. The Competition Commission of South Africa said that it was looking into a takeover offer…

Coal Mining in 2024: Navigating Economic Pressures, Technological Shifts, and Environmental Challenges

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In 2024, the coal mining industry finds itself at a critical juncture, balancing economic pressures, evolving technology, and intensifying environmental concerns. Despite being a key energy source for many nations, coal’s long-term viability is under increasing scrutiny as the world transitions toward cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions. Below is an in-depth look at the key…

African Minerals founder to buy broke London Mining’s Sierra Leone assets :

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Frank Timis, the founder of African Minerals, has announced that he is in the process of acquiring the Sierra Leone assets of the now-bankrupt London Mining. The acquisition is being made through Timis’ company, Timis Corporation, which will acquire London Mining’s iron ore assets in Sierra Leone for an undisclosed amount. London Mining had been…

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Zimbabwe bans use of mercury in mining :

First shipment of iron ore from Vale’s new S11D mine en route to Asia :

SQM restarts lithium operations in Chile following the removal of roadblocks.

FMF26: Hatch Partners with Maaden to Shape the Next Generation of Mining Talent in Saudi Arabia

Small nuclear reactors can produce clean electricity for mining – CNA CEO :

Russia mulls pegging tax on mining firms to global metals prices :

Lockheed Martin Corporation’s Deep Seabed Licenses: NOAA’s Role in U.S. Seabed Mining and Critical Mineral Access

Navigating mining challenges on the road to America’s EV future :

Column: Russian supply uncertainty weighs on aluminum market :

Gold investment surging :

Iron ore price hits six-month high as China plans more stimulus :

Rio Tinto’s Brockman Syncline 1 Iron Ore Mine to Create 1,000 Jobs and Secure Supply

CorePlan $5M Raise: Mining Software Used by BHP, Fortescue, AngloGold Ashanti and Rio Tinto

Platinum takeover battle faces South Africa antitrust scrutiny :

Coal Mining in 2024: Navigating Economic Pressures, Technological Shifts, and Environmental Challenges

African Minerals founder to buy broke London Mining’s Sierra Leone assets :