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How Myanmar’s civil war is reshaping its mineral economy

2026-09-13

Myanmar's ongoing civil war has profoundly reshaped its mineral economy, with an analysis published on September 11, 2026, highlighting that conflict has not halted mining operations but has instead introduced significant complexities regarding control and revenue transparency. This dynamic presents formidable challenges for global supply chain due diligence, requiring international stakeholders to navigate an increasingly fragmented and opaque operational landscape. The situation underscores critical ethical, legal, and reputational risks for companies sourcing minerals from the nation.

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US explores access to Venezuela’s mineral sector

2026-09-13

The United States is actively exploring avenues to significantly increase its access to Venezuela’s mineral sector, including substantial deposits of gold, iron ore, bauxite, and nickel. This strategic move, which builds upon recent engagement in Venezuela’s oil industry, aims to facilitate new US investment in critical minerals and counter growing Chinese influence in Latin America. However, the sector faces considerable challenges, including outdated geological data, widespread illegal mining, and historical investor uncertainty.

Orogen Royalties secures Serpent gold claims in central Nevada

2026-09-13

Orogen Royalties announced on September 11, 2026, the acquisition of the Serpent gold project in central Nevada, a district-scale, low-sulphidation epithermal target spanning 18.8km² across 225 Bureau of Land Management claims. The project, established in collaboration with Altius Minerals, features an undrilled core Cobra structural corridor exhibiting surface gold values up to 0.95 grams per tonne, indicating significant potential within a highly prospective region. Orogen plans to make the project available for option or sale, aligning with its generative royalty business model.

Energy Secretary Keeps Northwest Coal Generating Plant Online

2026-09-12

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has issued an emergency order to prevent the scheduled shutdown of Unit 2 at TransAlta Centralia Generation, LLC’s coal-fired power plant in Washington State. This directive, effective from September 13 to December 11, 2026, aims to avert critical grid reliability issues in the Northwestern U.S. and underscores the Trump Administration's commitment to prioritizing energy reliability and reversing previous policies that led to premature power generation retirements, offering a notable, albeit temporary, reprieve for the thermal coal sector.

Mining’s digital transformation is raising the stakes for cybersecurity

2026-09-12

The mining sector's accelerating digital transformation, marked by widespread adoption of connected systems, is significantly heightening its vulnerability to cyberattacks. A recent analyst comment from September 11, 2026, highlighted this critical challenge, noting that exposure now spans from remote mine sites to intricate global supply chains. This growing reliance on integrated operational and digital technologies underscores an urgent need for robust cybersecurity strategies across the industry to safeguard against escalating threats.

Mako Mining signs mineral agreement for Guyana gold project

2026-09-12

Mako Mining has finalized a crucial mineral agreement with the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission for its Eagle Mountain Gold Project. This agreement establishes a comprehensive ten-year stability framework, covering legal, fiscal, and operational terms, significantly de-risking the advanced-stage open-pit development in west-central Guyana. The deal, which includes commitments to environmental stewardship and community development, is a vital step toward securing permitting and advancing the 5,050-hectare project towards potential production.

DoE awards $73m to four US mining technology testbed projects

2026-09-11

The U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) has committed $73 million to four critical mining technology testbed projects across the nation, aimed at bolstering domestic critical mineral supply chains. These "Mine of the Future" initiatives in Virginia, Arizona, Missouri, and Texas will provide real-world environments for developing and commercializing advanced mining systems, including digital connectivity, electrification, advanced comminution, and synthetic mine testing, while simultaneously focusing on workforce training. This strategic investment underscores a national effort to enhance mining productivity, energy efficiency, and reduce reliance on foreign mineral sources, as announced on September 10, 2026.

Metso introduces digital tools for mining operations and safety

2026-09-11

On September 11, 2026, Metso introduced three significant additions to its digital portfolio: Metso Digital Production Management, Metso Data-driven Performance Analytics, and the Metso Safety Performance Platform. These new solutions leverage artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to provide mining operations with actionable insights and recommendations, aiming to optimize production, enhance asset performance, and significantly improve workplace safety across the entire mineral processing value chain.

DOE’s Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation Announces $73 Million to Advance Domestic Mining Technology

2026-09-10

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation has announced $73 million in funding for four pioneering projects under its Mine of the Future initiative. These projects, located across six states, will establish crucial domestic testing grounds for advanced mining technologies, aiming to bolster America's critical minerals supply chains, enhance operational safety and productivity, and accelerate the commercialization of next-generation mining solutions. This strategic investment underscores the nation's commitment to rebuilding its mining industry and reducing reliance on foreign adversaries for essential materials.

Galantas Gold divests final 20% Omagh stake to Ocean Partners UK

2026-09-10

Galantas Gold, through its subsidiary Cavanacaw, has completed the sale of its remaining 20% indirect stake in the Omagh gold project in Northern Ireland to Ocean Partners UK for $5 million. This transaction, which settled approximately $3.26 million in existing debt to Ocean Partners and provided the remainder in cash, marks Galantas’ full divestment from the Omagh project. The move is central to Galantas’ strategic repositioning, allowing the company to concentrate its resources on advancing its gold and copper assets in Chile, including the Andacollo Gold Project and the Indiana Project.

Total Graphite appoints Lycopodium for Montepuez project study update

2026-09-10

Total Graphite has engaged Lycopodium Minerals Africa to update the feasibility work for its Montepuez Graphite Project in Mozambique. This crucial step aims to re-examine process design, evaluate alternative technologies, and conduct a detailed gap analysis, with initial results expected by November 2026. The project, holding 110.5 million tonnes of resources at 8.2% total graphitic carbon and permitted for up to 100,000 tonnes per annum production, is targeting a construction resumption in 2027, positioning it to become a significant contributor to the global supply of critical graphite.