Cecilia Jamasmie, Author at MINING.COM

BHP to pay $25 million in 2008 Beijing Olympics bribery probe

BHP refutes accusations of bribery linked to the Beijing Olympics

The miner allegedly provided inducements, hospitality and gifts to Chinese and other foreign officials before and during the 2008 Olympics.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 13, 2013 | 2:23 pm

First Quantum ready to take over Inmet and create world’s biggest copper producer

First Quantum ready to take over Inmet and create one of world’s biggest copper producer

The Vancouver-based miner extended the offer after coming up just short of acquiring two thirds of Inmet.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 13, 2013 | 1:18 pm

Canadian Arctic irreversible melt not just bad news

The decreasing Arctic ice sheet could mean billions for the mining industry, say experts.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 13, 2013 | 10:39 am

Another environmental disaster hits China: thousands of dead pigs found in Shanghai river

Chinese authorities say city's water still safe to drink.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 12, 2013 | 3:53 pm

Iron ore free fall strikes projects, miners and frightens investors

Iron ore fall strikes projects, miners and frightens investors

The steelmaking commodity hit a 2½-month low Monday as Chinese steelmakers resist restocking frightened by weakening economic data.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 12, 2013 | 2:29 pm

BHP imminent asset sales could raise $25 billion

The mining giant is rushing to sell at least 10 non-core assets to reduce debt and simplify its operations.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 12, 2013 | 12:35 pm

Asteroid mining to dominate the industry: experts

Geologists believe that asteroids hold iron ore, nickel and precious metals at much higher concentrations than those found on Earth.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 11, 2013 | 6:16 pm

First Quantum asks Inmet shareholders to tender before deadline

Its cash-and-stock offer for Inmet expires late Monday night, unless extended.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 11, 2013 | 4:23 pm

Eldorado stands up for its polemic gold project in Greece

Eldorado stands up for its gold project in Greece

Eldorado's vice-president, Nancy Woo, says opponents’ concerns are unfounded, as the gold mine will follow all the essential European Union and Greek environmental rules.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 11, 2013 | 2:45 pm

FUN BREAK: Solid gold LEGO brick sold for $15,000

The 14K gold block was once used by LEGO to reward employees that had been with the company for over 25 years.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 11, 2013 | 2:02 pm

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