Mining group seeking to fill up pot of gold in Ireland Irish government has granted Connemara Mining 10 prospecting licenses. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 4, 2013 | 1:22 pm
Southern Copper’s $1bn Tia Maria mine to begin production in March The Peruvian copper project, halted in 2011 after clashes between residents and police that left three dead, could began production about a year ahead of schedule. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 4, 2013 | 11:26 am
Potash demand to hit decade high next year—Uralkali World's No.1 potash producer expects global demand to reach between 58 and 60 million tons next year. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2013 | 6:57 pm
Polemic Tasmanian iron ore mine to begin operations Shree Minerals’ Nelson Bay River mine was officially opened Thursday. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2013 | 4:04 pm
BHP miners rescued, Chinese still trapped Both mines will remain closed until security probes are complete. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2013 | 2:13 pm
Brazilian tycoon Batista sells Colombian coal mines for $450 million Sale of Canaverales and Papayal open-pit mines expected to be completed by year-end. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2013 | 11:23 am
Glencore Xstrata sells 80% stake in copper project The Frieda River project in Papua New Guinea is one of Asia-Pacific's largest copper deposits. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2013 | 10:55 am
Another Canadian miner fights over rights in Kyrgyzstan Stans Energy is seeking close to US$118 million in compensation for losses and damage through an international arbitration action launched Thursday. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 31, 2013 | 6:29 pm
Mexico mining tax approved, but hits political roadblock Despite tensions in the senate, the tax package is expected to be finalized later today. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 31, 2013 | 3:53 pm
Kyrgyz officials risk corruption charges over Centerra’s Kumtor mine Three former ministers have already been charged with corruption. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 31, 2013 | 2:00 pm
