US must improve copper mine permitting process, Freeport CEO says

"The US government needs to stop giving lip service to permitting," Richard Adkerson told Reuters.

Reuters | March 18, 2024 | 4:52 pm

Pebble mine developer sues EPA over Alaska mine veto

Northern Dynasty claims it has spent at least $1 billion over two decades in its efforts to develop the project, which was effectively killed.

Reuters | March 18, 2024 | 2:51 pm

Copper price hits new 11-month high with global rate policy in focus

Prices climbed as much as 1% to $9,164.50 a ton on the London Metal Exchange.

Bloomberg News | March 18, 2024 | 11:11 am

UN deep-sea mining body considering expelling Greenpeace

The Metals Company took legal action against activists who disrupted a research expedition when they boarded its vessel in the remote Pacific.

Staff Writer | March 18, 2024 | 9:09 am

Global commodity trading profits topped $100 billion for second-best year ever

While earnings fell from 2022’s blockbuster records, profits across the sector still easily eclipsed prior highlights such as in 2008-2009.

Bloomberg News | March 18, 2024 | 7:57 am

Boliden to invest $463m at Swedish copper smelter

This will push production of copper cathodes and precious metals up to full capacity in the second half of 2026 at the Ronnskar facility.

Reuters | March 18, 2024 | 6:13 am

BHP stands down 25% of nickel project workforce

BHP has stood down around a quarter of the workers constructing its West Musgrave nickel and copper project in Western Australia.

Bloomberg News | March 17, 2024 | 9:20 am

Teamwork needed for Peru to develop full mining potential – Anglo American Peru CEO

As long as all interested parties join forces, Peru can take advantage of its ideal conditions to boost and develop the local mining industry, said Adolfo Heeren.

Staff Writer | March 17, 2024 | 8:02 am

Industry executives expect the world to reach net zero by 2060 – report

The 2050 deadline seems too close for 600 executives in mining, oil and gas, utilities, chemicals and agribusinesses, according to Bain & Company.

Staff Writer | March 17, 2024 | 7:19 am

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