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Peabody reviews options for $3.78bn deal for Anglo American's assets
Peabody reviews options for $3.78bn deal for Anglo American's assets
9th April 2025 By: Reuters

Peabody Energy said on Tuesday it was reviewing all options related to its $3.78-billion acquisition agreement with Anglo American for some of its Australian steelmaking coal assets after an... 


Stacks of tin
Malaysia smelting warns of disrupted tin output after gas blast
4th April 2025 By: Bloomberg

Malaysia Smelting Corp., one of the world’s biggest tin producers, has reported disruptions to deliveries from its Port Klang smelter after a pipeline explosion interrupted gas supply, exacerbating... 


Gold bars
Gold holds ground below record ahead of Trump’s tariff reveal
2nd April 2025 By: Bloomberg

Gold steadied as the market took a break from a record-setting run ahead of US President Donald Trump’s implementation of sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs, which are expected to take effect later... 


Freeport operates Indonesia's Grasberg mine.
Freeport-McMoRan lowers first-quarter gold sales forecast
1st April 2025 By: Reuters

Miner Freeport-McMoRan lowered its forecast for first-quarter gold sales on Monday, after shipment timing issues in Indonesia led to a deferral of a portion of its quarterly production to future... 


What Products Contain Lithium-ion batteries? Powering Boundless Exploration and Connectivity
27th March 2025

You may have heard of lithium-ion batteries, but did you know these compact powerhouses aren’t just used to power fitness trackers, smartwatches, and other wearable devices? SafeQuip, a leading... 


KWG welcomes federal leaders’ focus on Ring of Fire development
KWG welcomes federal leaders’ focus on Ring of Fire development
25th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

CSE-listed KWG Resources, operating as The Canadian Chrome Company, has welcomed the recent attention that Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre have placed on the... 


Poilievre pledges money, fast approvals for Canada’s Ring of Fire mining region
Poilievre pledges money, fast approvals for Canada’s Ring of Fire mining region
20th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

The head of Canada’s Conservative Party says a government led by him would aim to approve all federal permits for Ontario’s Ring of Fire minerals region within six months to speed the harvesting of... 


Freeport Indonesia hopes to get copper export permit soon
Freeport Indonesia hopes to get copper export permit soon
13th March 2025 By: Reuters

Copper miner Freeport Indonesia hopes to secure a permit soon to export copper concentrate, after the Mining Minister approved a revision of its annual business plan, the company's CEO said on... 


Freeport Indonesia lowers 2025 output target by 9.9%
Freeport Indonesia lowers 2025 output target by 9.9%
13th March 2025 By: Reuters

Copper miner Freeport Indonesia has lowered its 2025 concentrate output target by almost a tenth to 3.29-million tons and is aiming for copper output of 1.67-billion pounds (757 499 metric tons),... 


Managing the anatomy of a building
Managing the anatomy of a building
27th February 2025

By: Thabang Byl - Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric There is no doubt that today’s healthcare organisations face unique challenges due to the essential and often critical nature of the... 


Kasiya graphite suitable for expandable, expanded graphite applications – Sovereign
26th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Aim-listed Sovereign Metals has reported that further testwork completed on graphite from its Kasiya rutile/graphite project, in Malawi, has confirmed that the graphite has the key characteristics... 


Fatal accident reported at Fortuna’s Séguéla mine
25th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A fatal accident has occurred at Fortuna Mining's Séguéla gold mine in Côte d’Ivoire, the NYSE- and TSX-listed company reported on Tuesday. The incident took place on Monday at the contractor’s... 


Indonesia Minister says Freeport can resume copper concentrate exports
21st February 2025 By: Reuters

The Indonesian government has agreed to allow copper miner PT Freeport Indonesia to resume exports of copper concentrate until repairs at its smelter are completed, Energy and Mineral Resources... 


Huawei powers South African farm with solar, stored energy
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Global information and communication technology infrastructure and smart devices provider Huawei has installed a LUNA2000 2.0 MWH battery energy storage system (BESS) at Sunspot Farm, in Montagu,... 


Location map of the Molo graphite project
Molo graphite mine expansion, Madagascar – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Strategic materials development company NextSource remains committed to ramping up and expanding operations at its Molo graphite mine despite ongoing market challenges. 


Chinese coal prices have further to fall as Glencore mulls cuts
20th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

China’s coal slump is likely to persist for several months, weighing on a global market that has seen mining giant Glencore forced to consider output cuts after prices dropped to near their lowest... 


What is Aqueous Vermiculite Dispersion (AVD)? Your Solution to Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
18th February 2025

In a world increasingly powered by lithium-ion batteries, the risk of lithium-ion battery fires has become a significant concern. SafeQuip, a leading distributor of fire-related equipment, reveals... 


NextSource balancing ramp up of Molo graphite mine with demand
17th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada-listed NextSource Materials remains committed to ramping up and expanding operations at its Molo graphite mine in Madagascar, despite ongoing market challenges. The company, headed by Hanré... 


Freeport Indonesia reduces copper ore mining to 60% capacity, mining official says
14th February 2025 By: Reuters

Copper miner PT Freeport Indonesia has reduced its copper ore mining to 60% capacity due to rising stockpiles, Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry senior official Tri Winarno said on Friday.... 


Keno Hill in Yukon
Hecla maintains stable silver output forecast despite Keno Hill headwinds
14th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

US-based silver miner Hecla Mining is forecasting strong production levels across its portfolio in 2025, with consolidated silver output expected to range between 15.5-million and 17-million... 


Tropical cyclone forces closure of ports in Western Australia's Pilbara region
Tropical cyclone forces closure of ports in Western Australia's Pilbara region
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

Western Australia's ports of Dampier and Varanus Island will be closed at 6 p.m. on Thursday due to Tropical Cyclone Zelia, the ports' operator said, with emergency services in the state warning of... 


Key iron-ore port clears ships as storm tracks toward Australia
Key iron-ore port clears ships as storm tracks toward Australia
11th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

The iron-ore export hub of Port Hedland has started clearing vessels as a tropical low tracks toward the Western Australian coast, the latest in a series of storm-related disruptions for the region... 


Rio Tinto's US Borax donates to support communities impacted by Los Angeles wildfires
10th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining major Rio Tinto’s US Borax has donated $600 000 to three organisations to support relief efforts for communities directly impacted by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles region. The Kern... 


Why Trump wants Canada’s wealth of critical minerals
Why Trump wants Canada’s wealth of critical minerals
10th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

When Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told a group of executives that President Donald Trump wasn’t kidding about annexing Canada, he offered one reason: critical minerals. Canada is rich in... 


Indonesia trade ministry supports extending Freeport's copper export permit
7th February 2025 By: Reuters

Indonesia's trade ministry would support allowing PT Freeport Indonesia to continue exporting copper concentrate after a cost-and-benefit analysis, a deputy minister said on Friday. Resource-rich... 


First of two tunnel-boring machines deployed on Polihali water-transfer tunnel
7th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Tunnel boring by a tunnel boring machine (TBM) has started in the highlands of Lesotho, marking the first time this has occurred since tunnel construction under Phase 1 of the Lesotho Highlands... 


Chinese firms control around 75% of Indonesian nickel capacity, report finds
5th February 2025 By: Reuters

Chinese firms control about 75% of Indonesia's nickel refining capacity, raising concern over supply chain control and environmental risks, Washington-based global security nonprofit C4ADS has said... 


Schauenburg International Product Manager Stephan van Wyk talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025.
Schauenburg Systems transforming mining operations with technology
4th February 2025

Leading original-equipment manufacturer Schauenburg Systems excels not only in system integration but also in delivering comprehensive turnkey solutions designed for the demanding conditions of... 


Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
31st January 2025

By: Paul Pryor - Aon Global Mining Practice Leader Mining companies face a precarious balancing act. The industry has a vital role to play on the path to decarbonization by providing the critical... 


ENHANCED POWER DELIVERY
Modular systems enhance power delivery efficiency and reliability, especially in remote areas
Modular solutions for African energy challenges
31st January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Electrical equipment supplier Trafo Power Solutions is advancing its African operations by formalising agreements for in-country support, an initiative that aligns with its strategy to ensure... 


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Hydrotesting solution recommended by manufacturer
31st January 2025

Environmentally-responsible corrosion control technologies developer Cortec Corporation’s certified water technologist and technical sales manager Scott Bryan recommends a simple solution to avoid... 


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Four decades of excellence in pipes, tubes and hoses
31st January 2025

As pipe, tubes and hose manufacturer and supplier Astore Keymak celebrates its 40th anniversary in October 2025, the company reflects on a legacy of innovation, quality and service that has made it... 


Why Traditional Fire Extinguishers Can't Tame Lithium-Ion Battery Fires The Unusual Chemistry of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
30th January 2025

You might wonder why a regular fire extinguisher, the kind you might have in your home or workplace, can't handle lithium-ion battery fires. SafeQuip,  a leading distributor of fire-related... 


WA Premier Roger Cook
WA Premier makes vanadium election pledge
30th January 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Western Australian Premier Roger Cook on Thursday pledged to support the vanadium industry if the Labor Party is re-elected to govern the state. Cook said his government would provide A$150-million... 


Rwandan security officers escort members of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC), who surrendered in Goma, in the DRC
Congo rebels face some resistance in Goma, more peacekeepers killed
28th January 2025 By: Reuters

Gunfire rippled across east Congo's largest city Goma where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels still faced pockets of resistance from army and pro-government militias on Tuesday, while another four South... 


Grasberg is the world's second-biggest copper mine
Freeport-McMoRan's copper production slips in Indonesia; shares fall
24th January 2025 By: Reuters

Copper miner Freeport-McMoRan posted a drop in fourth-quarter production on Thursday and said that its costs would rise more than expected this year, sending the company's shares down more than... 


TRUSTED SUPPLY
YC Diesel SA places value on providing parts support to its customers
Company targets new markets through expansion
24th January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Diesel engine and generator supplier YC Diesel South Africa is set to broaden its footprint in the automotive and industrial sectors by not only introducing trucks and construction equipment to its... 


Advanced Fire Global
Delivering proven safety solutions for Africa’s mining industry
24th January 2025

Africa’s largest integrated fire suppression and combined site service provider, Advanced Fire Global is poised for an exciting year of large-scale projects across Africa in 2025.  The company’s... 


Image of mineral sands in hand
North Perth Basin mineral sands project, Australia – update
24th January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Construction progress remains on track. 


sasol secunda
Sasol keeps its footing despite a challenging six months
23rd January 2025 By: Darren Parker

Despite challenging circumstances during the six months ended December 31, energy and chemicals company Sasol has stated that its market guidance for both its Mining and Gas divisions remains... 


ISF SFP: Fire and Security Integrators
ISF SFP: Fire and Security Integrators
23rd January 2025

Security and fire systems integrator ISF SFP (Pty Ltd) delivers comprehensive solutions in electronic access control, fire detection, fire protection and CCTV video management systems. As a systems... 


Teck's Red Dog mine in Alaska
Teck investing up to $3.9bn to grow copper output
21st January 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian mining company Teck Resources has unveiled plans to invest up to $3.9-billion to expand its copper and zinc production, reinforcing its focus on energy transition metals following the sale... 


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Sasol plans reviving chemical unit and explore potential IPO
17th January 2025 By: Bloomberg

Sasol is looking to revive its international chemical business, including a sprawling US complex, to boost earnings and open up an option to potentially list it, according to the company’s chief... 


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