November 24, 2023 British court rejects Vale’s appeal in billion-dollar action for Mariana disaster The decision favors BHP, which seeks to hold Vale liable for 50% or more of any damages awarded to the victims.
November 24, 2023 Iron ore price eyes fifth weekly gain despite China intervention China's state planner said it would closely monitor changes in the iron ore market.
November 24, 2023 Anglo consults South Africa on potential platinum, iron job cuts Miner is considering cutting jobs at two units in South Africa because of declining platinum-group metal prices.
November 23, 2023 Union withdraws industrial action at BHP’s Pilbara iron ore operations Union withdraws industrial action at BHP's Pilbara iron ore operations.
November 23, 2023 China to tighten oversight on iron ore market after price rally The state planner issued a similar warning in early September.
November 23, 2023 EU and US delay key trade meeting amid deadlock in negotiations The delay comes as negotiations to agree on global steel accords and a critical minerals deal have both stalled.
November 23, 2023 Vale expands production capacity at Salobo copper mine The $1.1 billion expansion plan is set to increase the mine's throughput capacity to 36 million tonnes per year by the final quarter of 2024.
November 22, 2023 Baffinland ups Mary River iron ore output to 6 million tonnes per year This positive decision comes only months after the federal government rejected the proposed phase two expansion project at Mary River.
November 21, 2023 Fortescue shareholders vote against remuneration report The board had approved special remuneration payments of A$1.98 million to former chief executive Elizabeth Gaines and A$1 million to CFO Ian Wells.
November 21, 2023 Iron ore price soars to 9-month high on China stimulus anticipation Iron ore surged with demand optimism growing as more details emerge about China’s latest economic stimulus drive.
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