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March 26, 2024

Peru: Inca One reports sales of $4.6 million in January

This corresponds to a 32% increase compared to January 2023 and a 56% increase compared to the previous month.

March 26, 2024

Chile: The closure of Huachipato Plant, a devastating blow to the Biobio Region

The Union No. 1 and No. 2 of Huachipato Workers, belonging to the CAP Group, Compañía de Aceros del Pacífico, in Chile, called for a demonstration in response to the indefinite suspension of the steel mill.

March 25, 2024

Revision of the USMCA in 2026 and its impact on mining and energy

The revision of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) scheduled for 2026 is shaping up to be a crucial moment for the North American region.

March 25, 2024

Codelco and SQM Initiate Collaboration with the Ministry of Science on Technological Innovation in Lithium

Codelco and SQM emphasized that the public-private partnership will leverage Chile's advantages in this resource, strengthening knowledge and collaboration with universities and academic groups.

March 25, 2024

US allocates historic $6 billion for industrial emissions reduction projects

The United States has allocated a historic $6 billion to support projects aimed at reducing industrial emissions. This substantial investment underscores the nation's commitment to combating climate change and transitioning towards cleaner, more sustainable industrial practices.

March 22, 2024

Expanding presence in Nevada: Orla Mining strengthens gold projects with acquisition of Contact Gold

The mining industry evolves with strategic acquisitions. Orla Mining's purchase of Contact Gold showcases Nevada's allure for gold exploration, underlining mergers' importance.

March 22, 2024

Canada: Signal Gold commences strategic process to propel Goldboro Project forward

The company is pleased to announce its engagement with BMO Capital Markets as its financial advisor to explore potential strategic alternatives aimed at advancing the Goldboro Project.

March 22, 2024

Germany seeks to strengthen its presence at Exponor 2024

Offering innovations, new technologies, equipment, and more to meet the needs of the mining and energy industry is part of the offering that Exponor 2024 will bring.

March 21, 2024

Mexico: Vizsla Silver Reveals Positive Drilling Results at Panuco Project

In the dynamic and ever-changing mining sector, exploration results can transform not only a company's fate but also that of an entire region.

March 20, 2024

ABB executives will present solutions to reduce the carbon footprint in water projects

The firm aims to showcase its integrated solutions for the water industry through its diverse technological portfolio.

March 19, 2024

Peru inaugurates electrification project benefiting 2,500 families in Arequipa

Deputy Minister Jaime Luyo emphasized that the project, executed by SEAL, will provide continuous and safe electricity to 15 human settlements.

March 18, 2024

Mexico: New policies on the mining industry in the context of the 2024 Sinaloa Mining Congress

The 2024 Sinaloa Mining Congress serves as a key platform for discussing the future of Mexican mining.

March 15, 2024

TOMRA Mining's OBTAIN™ transforms mineral classification through deep learning innovation

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing mineral classification, propelling the industry into a new era of efficiency and accuracy. Stefan Jürgensen, head of software team at TOMRA Mining, explains how sensor-based sorting has evolved with AI.

March 14, 2024

Argentine court suspends new mining permits in key lithium region amid environmental concerns

An Argentine court in Catamarca suspends new mining permits, demanding updated environmental studies for local lithium projects, highlighting growing scrutiny.

March 14, 2024

Alliance between Aclara Resources and CAP SA boosts rare earth mining in Chile for energy transition

The alliance between Aclara Resources and CAP SA boosts rare earth mining in Chile for the energy transition.

March 13, 2024

Metallurgical coal and its positioning in the mining industry

When looking at raw materials for steelmaking, iron ore grabs most headlines due to its strong ties with China's economic health. But metallurgical coal has silently performed well in the commodities space recently.

March 13, 2024

Economic boost and mining development, Zacatecas and Germany as strategic partners

In a meeting with German companies, the Secretary General of the Government of Zacatecas promotes a new era of cooperation, highlighting interest in economic and technological development.

March 11, 2024

Florence Copper Project: A Bright Future for Copper Production in Arizona

The global mining landscape is ever-evolving, with the Florence Copper Project in Arizona, United States, at the forefront of this transformation.

March 11, 2024

Chile will host the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Annual Governors Meeting in 2025

Minister of Finance, Mario Marcel, invited member countries to attend under the slogan "Believe, Create, Grow", emphasizing sustainability, sustainable investments, and the challenge of investing in the energy transition with lithium projects.

March 7, 2024

PDAC 2024: Chile presents government project scopes to expedite investment execution

Chile captures nearly a quarter of mining exploration budget in Latin America.

March 7, 2024

US Commerce Department imposes preliminary tariffs on aluminum extrusions

The US Commerce Department announced the imposition of preliminary countervailing duties on imports of aluminum extrusions from China, Indonesia, Mexico, and Turkey. The department stated that these imports benefit from unfair subsidies that distort fair competition.

March 5, 2024

Australian authorities approve agreement, finalizing sale of LPI to Codelco

"With this acquisition, we are fulfilling the lithium strategy development plan, which will make us one of the leading suppliers of critical minerals globally," stated Máximo Pacheco, Chairman of Chile's state-owned company.

March 4, 2024

Historic Turning Point: Energy Transition in the Asia-Pacific Region

Asia-Pacific's energy transition hits historic milestone: Wood Mackenzie reports record-low Levelized Cost of Electricity for renewables in 2023, challenging coal dominance.

March 4, 2024

Chile: Operational lithium projects are expected to commence by 2026

Chile targets 3-4 new lithium projects by 2026, aiming to bolster state control over the metal crucial for EV batteries. Yellen visited Albemarle, a US lithium producer, during her tour.

March 1, 2024

Study identifies lack of standardization in local procurement reporting in mining as information gap in Peru

The study underscores a notable lack of standardized reporting for local mining purchases in Peru, particularly in the southern region, revealing a significant information gap. It analyzes data from four mining companies, emphasizing transparency in local acquisitions.

March 1, 2024

Gold Set for Second Weekly Gain Amid Fed Rate Cut Prospects

Gold prices hit one-month highs on Friday and were on track for a second weekly gain, as the latest U.S. data signaled signs of slowing inflation, reinforcing investors' expectations for the first rate cut of the year in June.

February 29, 2024

Anglo American subsidiary: Envusa Energy completes financing for wind and solar projects in South Africa

The initiative will enable Anglo American Platinum to receive 461 MW of supply.