Canada to speed up critical minerals permits in bid to erode China’s dominance

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government hopes to unveil a plan by the end of this year to streamline permitting for mining projects.

Bloomberg News | July 14, 2023 | 8:13 am

London aluminum, zinc on track for best week since January

Weaker dollar made greenback-priced metals cheaper to holders of other currencies.

Reuters | July 14, 2023 | 7:37 am

Zambia plans to choose buyer of Mopani Copper Mines by month-end

Zijin Mining and Norinco Group, Sibanye Stillwater and an investment vehicle owned by ex-Glencore officials have been shortlisted in the race.

Reuters | July 14, 2023 | 7:27 am

A new era of ESG reporting: What miners need to know about the ISSB Standards

The standards mark a significant global shift in financially-relevant sustainability disclosure.

Elizabeth Freele and Rachel Dekker | July 14, 2023 | 7:24 am

Lundin Mining becomes majority owner of Caserones copper mine

Lundin plans to take its 51% stake in Caserones to 70% in a year and is looking at underground expansion at its nearby Candelaria mine.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 14, 2023 | 7:02 am

Copper could now be used for clearer MRIs

A novel copper protein binding site has potential for use in MRI contrast agents.

Staff Writer | July 14, 2023 | 6:06 am

Savannah Resources raises $8m for Portugal lithium project

Funding allows it to move forward with its Barroso lithium project, slated to be western Europe’s largest mine of the battery metal.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 14, 2023 | 3:58 am

Aris Mining receives approval for Marmato expansion, shares rise

Over a nearly 20-year mine life, the expanded Marmato mine is expected to deliver average production of 162,000 ounces per year from the reserve base.

Staff Writer | July 13, 2023 | 2:55 pm

Chile miners, facing higher taxes, seek faster permits, lower energy costs

Now that Chile has passed an increase in mining royalties, copper miners are pushing for incentives to keep investing in production of the metal needed for the renewable energy revolution.

Reuters | July 13, 2023 | 2:11 pm

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