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April 30, 2025

Metso strengthens its strategic position in South America with key investments and a new global strategy

Metso CEO Sami Takaluoma highlights the company’s strategic expansion in South America, its commitment to sustainability, and how innovation and AI will shape the mining industry’s future.

April 30, 2025

Aclara inaugurates heavy rare earths pilot plant in Brazil

The plant is expected to process around 200t of clays to produce an estimated 150kg of heavy rare earth carbonates.

April 30, 2025

TMC files for deep sea mining licences under US law

Critics warn such actions could undermine more than a decade of negotiations aimed at finalizing global regulations for seabed mining, potentially setting a precedent for other countries or companies to bypass multilateral frameworks.

April 30, 2025

Sierra Madre shifts to producer as mining restarts at Mexico’s Coloso mine

The fully permitted mine and 500 t/d mill in Mexico’s Silver Belt was operated by Sierra Madre management between 2006 and 2009, before decalring commerical operations once more on January 1

April 30, 2025

Codelco chairman says April copper output up, sees strong US and China demand

The world’s largest copper producer slightly recovered last year from a quarter-century production low, and is aiming to increase its output once more this year.

April 29, 2025

Ambra Solutions eyes Latin American expansion, highlights Chile's strategic role at Expomin 2025

Ambra Solutions has cultivated a strong and enduring presence in Chile over the past six years, establishing a dedicated local team.

April 22, 2025

Trump to fast-track 10 mining projects to boost critical minerals production

Announced on April 18, the move seeks to accelerate key mining initiatives to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign mineral imports and enhance national energy and infrastructure security.

April 21, 2025

European Union lands at EXPOMIN 2025 with side-event to strengthen relationship with Chile and address strategic minerals

The Team Europe Meets Chile event will be held on April 24 at EXPOMIN and will highlight opportunities for cooperation in sustainable mining and critical minerals. With the exclusive code provided by Reporte Minero y Energético, you can still access tickets for this side event.

April 17, 2025

Energy Fuels Announces Breakthrough in Rare Earth Oxide Production Amid Rising U.S.-China Trade Tensions

The U.S.-based critical minerals producer unlocks scalable rare earth oxide production at its White Mesa Mill, reinforcing national supply chains as new Chinese export restrictions tighten global access to key elements.

April 17, 2025

MP Materials Accelerates Strategy to Reindustrialize the Rare Earth Supply Chain

MP Materials halts shipments to China, accelerating U.S. rare earth production. With $1B invested, we're building a secure, resilient supply chain, focused on American industry and allies.

April 15, 2025

Expomin 2025: Latin America's most important mining trade fair focuses on sustainability and inclusion

This year's special guest country will be Finland, recognized for its leadership in sustainability, education and digital transformation.

April 14, 2025

Patagonia Gold secures $40M for Argentina project

In addition to Calcatreu, Patagonia also holds a number of projects in Argentina’s Santa Cruz province, including three advanced-stage gold-silver assets.

April 14, 2025

Copper traders, manufacturers discuss funding for Chile smelter

As global supply chains shift and pressure grows for cleaner, localized production, Chile’s renewed focus on smelting may signal a broader strategic pivot in the copper industry.

April 14, 2025

Copper edges higher as tariff reprieve gives traders some relief

Copper rose 0.4% to settle at $9,187 a ton on the London Metal Exchange at 5:51 p.m. local time. Nickel gained 1.5%, while aluminum slipped.

April 14, 2025

Antofagasta commits $200 million to advance Cachorro Copper Project in northern Chile

The Cachorro copper deposit is located at an altitude of 1,500 metres, in northern Chile.

April 9, 2025

Silver Crown Royalties Purchases 1,000 Ounces of Physical Silver

The purchase was completed at an average price of $30.65 per ounce and reflects an 8% discount to 20-day VWAP and an 11% discount to recent highs.

April 7, 2025

Atacama indigenous peoples seek participation in Codelco-SQM lithium venture

For Atacama’s Indigenous communities, being at the table is not just symbolic—it’s a critical way to ensure that economic growth does not come at the cost of environmental degradation or cultural erasure.

April 5, 2025

China hits back at US tariffs with rare earth export controls

China dominates the complex and dirty refining process for rare earths, which are common in the earth’s crust, and controls mining and output via a quota system that it has progressively tightened.

April 5, 2025

Endeavour Silver expands into Peru with $145M mine acquisition

The Kolpa mine is a fully funded primary silver mine located approximately 74 km south of Huancavelica City

April 4, 2025

Chilean copper exports to U.S. avoid Trump’s new tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on imports from 95 countries, but Chilean copper exports will remain exempt. This exemption positions Chile as a more competitive supplier in the U.S. market, especially amid rising tensions with other major exporters like China.

April 4, 2025

Chile strengthens mining ties with India during Boric's presidential tour

Chile and India have strengthened their mining partnership through new cooperation agreements during President Gabriel Boric's state visit, focusing on technology exchange, investment, and strategic mineral supply.

April 3, 2025

American Battery Technology Doubles Quarterly Production at Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Facility

Increase in production capacity has been supported by implementing 24/7 continuous operations and enhancing manufacturing operations throughput at its facility.

April 2, 2025

OCIM acquires full ownership of Chala One and Kori One gold processing plants in Perú

This acquisition further strengthens OCIM’s presence in Latin America and underlines its commitment to responsible gold sourcing, local development, and sustainable mining practices.

April 2, 2025

Lithium Americas reaches final investment decision for Thacker Pass lithium mine

The project not only strengthens the U.S. battery supply chain but also aligns with the government’s clean energy goals and GM’s commitment to an all-electric future.

April 1, 2025

Aris boosts gold production in Colombia

Aris Mining (TSX: ARIS; NYSE: ARMN) says expansion of its two Colombian mines will start delivering increased output as soon as this year.

April 1, 2025

Russia, US in talks over rare earth JVs

The US Geological Survey estimates Russia’s reserves of rare earth metals at 3.8 million tonnes, but Moscow claims the actual figure is significantly higher.

April 1, 2025

Sigma Lithium misses earnings but sales surge

Sigma Lithium reaffirmed its goal of doubling production capacity of carbon-neutral lithium concentrate by the end of the year to approximately 520,000 tonnes.