On Wednesday, the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) announced its decision to abstain from engagement in exploration-related activities within world heritage sites. Instead, the focus will be directed towards ensuring the absence of any net loss of biodiversity at all mining sites. Amidst the ongoing proceedings at the World Economic Forum in Davos,…
South African miner Sibanye-Stillwater has extended its reach into Australia with the acquisition of a 19.9% stake in Australian zinc miner, Votorantim Metais Zincar SA. The acquisition was made through a subsidiary, Sibanye-Stillwater Australia, and is part of the company’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and expand its presence in the global zinc market. Votorantim…
The stock market is a complex and ever-changing environment, with sentiment often playing a major role in determining the success or failure of an investment. When it comes to investing in gold, sentiment can be an important factor, as investors often look to the precious metal as a safe haven in times of economic uncertainty….
Copper prices have been on the rise in recent weeks, buoyed by hopes of improving demand in China, the world’s largest consumer of the metal. The price of copper, a key industrial metal used in the production of everything from electronics to cars, has been on a roller coaster ride in recent months. After hitting…
DiamondCorp Plc, a London-based diamond mining company, saw its shares surge today following news that it had secured funding for its Lace mine in South Africa. The news sent the company’s stock up nearly 10 percent in early trading, as investors responded positively to the news. The Lace mine, located in the Free State province…
Cyanide is widely used in modern gold mining as a cost-effective and efficient method to extract gold from low-grade ore. The process is known as cyanidation or the cyanide leaching process and has been the dominant gold extraction method for over a century. How Cyanide is Used in Gold Mining Crushing & Grinding – The…
Nickel emerged as the weakest performer among the London Metal Exchange’s (LME) base metals last year, primarily due to the anticipation of a significant influx of new nickel supply from Indonesia. According to the International Nickel Study Group, Indonesia’s mined production saw a substantial 29.2% year-on-year increase in the first ten months of 2023. While…
Global Lithium Corporation (GLC) is pleased to announce that its Manna lithium deposit in Australia is expanding. The company recently completed a successful drilling program that has extended the known mineralization of the deposit. The Manna lithium deposit is located in western New South Wales, Australia, and is one of the largest known lithium deposits…
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In 2025, the global mining industry is significantly influenced by the transition to renewable energy and technological advancements. This shift has heightened the demand for certain minerals essential to modern technologies and energy solutions. Based on production volumes and strategic importance, the ten most mined minerals in 2025 are: Iron Ore: Iron ore remains a…