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April 8, 2024

Perpetua Resources secures potential $1.8 Billion financing from Export-Import Bank of the United States for Stibnite Gold Project

Perpetua Resources Corp received a Letter of Interest ("LI") from the Export-Import Bank of the United States ("EXIM") for potential debt financing of up to $1.8 billion through EXIM's "Make More in America" initiative and the "China and Transformational Exports Program" (CTEP).

April 8, 2024

Discover local flavors, aromas, and products at EXPONOR CHILE 2024

In total, five local companies will provide cafeteria services inside the exhibition pavilions during this new edition, offering a taste of the region for all its global attendees.

April 8, 2024

Taltal, Chile: Guanaco Mining Company entered an environmental evaluation process for the project to exploit the Inesperada mine

With an investment of US$4 million, the project aims to exploit the gold and silver mineral deposit, extracting an estimated 55,000 ounces of gold.

April 5, 2024

Chile: Codelco completes Andina Transfer and extends the life of one of the world's largest copper deposits

With the structural project complete, Andina Division will achieve a processing rate of approximately 88,000 tonnes per day.

April 5, 2024

Investors raise water-related concerns as Rio Tinto strives for ESG excellence

In a context of growing awareness of the climate urgency, extractive industries are under scrutiny, and Rio Tinto, one of the leading global mining giants, is no exception.

April 5, 2024

Copper surges to 14 month high amidst, supply concerns and optimistic demand outlook

Copper surged to its highest level in 14 months as investors turned to the key industrial metal amidst growing concerns over supply disruptions and optimism regarding a global economic recovery.

April 5, 2024

Sassy expands prominent land Holdings in Utah's premier uranium district

Sassy reports on its ongoing acquisitions of uranium properties in the western United States, marking a milestone in terms of the most prolific uranium districts.

April 4, 2024

Ben Pullinger assumes the position of director at Atex Resources

Due to the departure of Raymond Jannas, who is proceeding with a planned retirement, Ben Pullinger will assume the position of President and CEO of ATEX Resources.

April 4, 2024

Advancing Exploration: CopperEx Resources Awards First Drill Contract for Exploradora Norte Property in Northern Chile

CopperEx has just announced the awarding of a drilling contract for the inaugural drill campaign at its flagship Exploradora Norte Project in Northern Chile.

April 4, 2024

Minister of Mining Aurora Williams: "Exponor, Chile, 2024 reflects the dynamism that the mining industry is currently experiencing"

The international technical exhibition aims to be a turning point in the national mining industry, fostering new investments and business opportunities that contribute to strengthening the Progrowth Agenda from the Antofagasta Region to the country as a whole.

April 3, 2024

Peru: Camino Minerals begins construction of a drilling platform at the María Cecilia porphyry

The CEO of Camino indicated that over USD $28 million has been invested in adjacent projects, delineating copper resources and gold mineralization.

April 3, 2024

More nickel in America: Talon Metals 2024 exploration plan

Talon Commences Geophysical Program in Michigan, with Drilling Planned for May.

April 3, 2024

Gold Fields begins operations in Atacama, Chile

Salares Norte successfully produced its first doré metal, positioning Atacama and Chile as one of the main producers of this metal in the region.

April 2, 2024

Chile: Gabriel Méndez will assume the vice presidency of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Codelco

The lawyer will take office on April 22nd. Throughout his professional career, he has held leadership positions in the Ministry of Energy and at the National Petroleum Company (Empresa Nacional del Petroleo ENAP).

April 2, 2024

Imagine Lithium unveils New Casino Royale lithium zone

Imagine Lithium reports new spodumene-bearing pegmatite at Casino Royale zone, 500m north of Jackpot Main. Project in Georgia Lake Pegmatite Field.

April 2, 2024

Ivanhoe Electric unveils record copper-gold-silver intersection at Hog Heaven Project, Montana

Ivanhoe Electric announces a significant copper intersection within high-sulfidation epithermal mineralization at the Hog Heaven Project, situated on private land about 50 miles southwest of Kalispell, Montana.

April 1, 2024

Canada: Oberon Uranium expands portfolio with acquisition of mineral claims in Saskatchewan

Oberon Uranium Corp. strengthens its portfolio with Carbon Markets Inc. acquisition of three mineral claims in Saskatchewan, enhancing its assets in a region rich in uranium reserves.

April 1, 2024

Sigma Lithium in Brazil to nearly double lithium production by 2025

Sigma Lithium, a leading lithium producer in Brazil, plans to significantly expand its production capacity. This expansion aims to nearly double its lithium output by 2025, responding to the rising global demand for lithium, particularly in electric vehicles and energy storage.

April 1, 2024

MP Materials secures $58.5 million to propel U.S. rare earth magnet manufacturing

MP Materials awarded $58.5M for US rare earth magnet facility. IRS and Treasury approved after evaluating 250 projects.

March 29, 2024

Chile aims to double lithium output to mitigate battery substitution risks

For the global lithium industry, currently grappling with excess supply across the battery supply chain, Chile, the world's second-largest producer, argues that the greater long-term risk lies in producing too little of the metal rather than too much.

March 28, 2024

Vale acquires remaining 45% stake in Alianca Energia for $541 million

Vale secures energy sector presence, acquiring 45% of Aliança Energia for $541M, boosting diversification and sustainability.

March 28, 2024

Peru: Mining production records significant growth in January 2024 compared to the previous year

Gold, zinc, silver, lead, tin, and molybdenum experience an increase, according to the latest edition of the Mining Statistical Bulletin.

March 28, 2024

Calibre Mining engages reliable controls corporation for pre commissioning and commissioning contract, and executes gold prepayment deal

British Columbia Mining Corp. partners with RCC for pre-commissioning. Also, a $60M gold prepayment deal with Asahi Refining USA Inc. for 27,600 ozs.

March 28, 2024

Analyzing 2024 trends in steel exports from Mexico to the US

Steel trade between Mexico and the US: Analysis of recent trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector.

March 27, 2024

The world's largest uranium miner seeks to expand exports to the United States

Kazakhstan, the world's largest uranium miner, is engaging in "active efforts" to increase metal exports to energy companies in the United States.

March 27, 2024

Luis Lucero: Argentina's new Mining Secretary

Lucero obtained his law degree from the University of Buenos Aires and has excelled in government policy and corporate strategy in mining at the University of Dundee.

March 27, 2024

Dynacor Group achieves record annual production, generating US$15.1 Million in net income for 2023

Dynacor's impressive performance in 2023 underscores its commitment to operational excellence and financial growth, positioning the company as a leader in the industry.