Latest Industry News

World's first public database of mine tailings dams aims to prevent deadly disasters

January 24, 2020

Newmont recognized for strong environmental, social and governance performance

January 23, 2020

Former Vale CEO, 15 others charged with homicide in Brazil

January 22, 2020

Thacker Pass lithium project moves closer to approval

January 21, 2020

Anglo American agrees to buy Sirius Minerals

January 20, 2020

Measure to ban coal handling at Bay area terminal could impact Utah mines

January 17, 2020

Barrick Gold forges ahead on Papua New Guinea mine in face of local backlash

January 16, 2020

Epiroc to showcase drilling rigs; Automated drill rigs will be shown at CONEXPO

January 15, 2020

Deziwa copper and cobalt mine opens in Congo

January 15, 2020

Minnesota court rejects key permits for PolyMet Mine

January 13, 2020

Pilot plant to process rare earths is on schedule for early 2020

January 13, 2020

BMW first automaker to join IRMA, highlights efforts to source ethically mined resources

January 10, 2020

White House unveils plan to overhaul NEPA permitting process

January 9, 2020

Montana extends agreement with NTEC for Spring Creek coal mine

January 9, 2020

Mining companies line up to support wildfire relief efforts in Australia

January 9, 2020

Criminal charges could be filed in Vale tailings dam collapse

January 8, 2020

Hexagon acquires Blast Movement Technology

January 8, 2020

Lucky Friday Strike ends as union members vote to accept proposal from Hecla Mining Company

January 7, 2020

Lithium mining company agrees to moratorium in Nevada

January 6, 2020

Newmont refreshes brand as company begins 100th year of operation

January 6, 2020

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