October 20, 2023

Video: John McCluskey reflects on Alamos Gold’s rise and Canada’s political risk advantage

CEO of Alamos Gold spoke about the origins of the precious metals miner, surviving the dot-com bust, and its journey to its current C$6.5 billion-plus market cap.  

October 20, 2023

Ionic wins licence to mine rare earths in Uganda

The Makuutu project has a geology similar to southern China's clay-type deposits, the cheapest and most accessible source of heavy REEs.

October 19, 2023

RMI and Copper Mark release Risk Readiness Assessment criteria

RRA consists of 33 criteria covering ESG risks, and defines due diligence requirements.

October 19, 2023

Ero Copper’s Tucumã project on schedule for H2 2024 production

The company is now focused on executing the first phase of the plant commissioning prior to year-end.

October 19, 2023

Erdene gets $30m on revised deal for Mongolia gold project

It comes as Erdene amended its strategic alliance with the Mongolian Mining Corporation for the development of the Bayan Khundii project.

October 19, 2023

Canada should be prepared to scrutinize African copper mine sale, mining veteran says

The Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana, owned by Canada's Cuprous Capital, has attracted the interest of as many as three Chinese companies with state ties.

October 18, 2023

Paladin becomes sole owner of Michelin uranium project

With its JV partners now out of the picture, Paladin will work on defining a path forward for the project in Labrador, Canada.

October 18, 2023

Codelco to buy Lithium Power for $244 million

The acquisition would mark the Chilean copper giant's first foray into the lithium space, as part of the country's new public-private model for the sector.

October 17, 2023

Teck faces $8 million fine for alleged breach of environmental permit in Chile

It could face two "serious" charges around its Carmen de Andacollo copper-gold mine in Chile's central Coquimbo region.

October 17, 2023

Rio Tinto cuts Canadian iron ore guidance

The Iron Ore Company of Canada, in which Rio has a 60% interest, is now expected to reach 9.3-9.8mt, down from the 10-11mt set in July.