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Coppercore signs lease for copper facility in Colombia

2026-09-18

Coppercore has secured a ten-year lease, with an option to purchase, for a copper concentration facility in Colombia's Santa Marta industrial region. This strategic move, announced on September 18, 2026, positions the company for initial production of 1,000 tonnes of copper concentrate monthly, utilizing an innovative acid-free process for oxide ores. The facility is poised for significant phased expansion, targeting up to 300,000 tonnes of contained copper over the lease term at maximum scale, amidst a changing regulatory environment in Colombia that favors responsible mining and critical minerals development.

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Energy Secretary Secures Mid-Atlantic Grid Due to Anticipated Stressed System Conditions

2026-09-18

The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order on September 17, 2026, directing PJM Interconnection to stabilize the Mid-Atlantic power grid and prevent blackouts amidst forecasted hot weather and planned transmission outages. This temporary measure, in effect through September 18, 2026, highlights growing concerns over grid reliability, particularly the impact of intermittent renewable energy sources and the premature retirement of reliable power generation, posing significant operational and economic risks for power-intensive industries like mining.

Lahontan Gold signs agreement to acquire Emergent Metals

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Lahontan Gold announced on September 17, 2026, its agreement to acquire Emergent Metals, a move poised to consolidate its ownership of the pivotal West Santa Fe project and significantly expand its land position within Nevada's highly prospective Walker Lane trend. This all-share transaction, valued at C$0.115 per Emergent share, will eliminate approximately C$2.39 million in future payments and a 1% net smelter return royalty, while adding the strategic New York Canyon project and other valuable assets to Lahontan's portfolio.

Almonty and Sandvik’s WBH sign Spanish tungsten supply deal

2026-09-18

Almonty Industries has secured a multi-year, take-or-pay offtake agreement with Sandvik Group subsidiary Wolfram Bergbau und Hütten (WBH) for tungsten concentrate from the reprocessing of tailings at its Los Santos Mine in western Spain. This strategic deal, involving a conditional $3 million payment from WBH, aims to restart operations at the mine, providing critical EU-origin tungsten feedstock ahead of new US defense procurement regulations taking effect in January 2027. The agreement highlights a growing industry focus on supply chain provenance and resource recovery through reprocessing.

Sudan mine collapse death toll hits 60 as rescue efforts continue

2026-09-17

A tragic gold mine collapse in Sudan’s West Kordofan state has claimed the lives of at least 60 artisanal miners, with reports indicating more than 70 dead or missing. The incident at the al-Zara mine in the Fouja area highlights the severe safety deficiencies prevalent in Sudan's informal mining sector, where dangerous conditions and a lack of proper equipment continue to result in significant loss of life. Rescue efforts have been significantly hampered by unstable ground and the absence of specialized teams, drawing urgent attention to the systemic challenges facing one of Africa's leading gold-producing nations.

Chancery Royalty agrees $20m royalty financing to Fulcrum Metals

2026-09-17

Chancery Royalty has agreed to a non-binding term sheet to provide $20 million in royalty financing to Fulcrum Metals, alongside a £200,000 strategic equity investment. This pivotal agreement centers on a 5% net smelter return royalty on gold production from Fulcrum’s Teck-Hughes project in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, and is contingent on the successful pilot-scale testing of an innovative cyanide-free gold recovery process from historic mine tailings. The deal underscores a growing industry focus on sustainable mining practices and the strategic value of reprocessing mine waste.

Tungsten West to relaunch Hemerdon mine by early 2027

2026-09-16

Tungsten West is set to relaunch its Hemerdon tungsten mine in Devon, England, targeting full-scale production by the first quarter of 2027. This restart, supported by a significant investment from the UK's National Wealth Fund, will leverage advanced TOMRA XRT ore sorting technology to optimize processing and reduce environmental impact. The project aims to provide a critical non-Chinese source of tungsten for European markets, addressing growing demand and strategic supply chain concerns.

Ongwe Minerals begins drilling at Nguni gold prospect in Namibia

2026-09-16

Ongwe Minerals has commenced its maiden drilling program at the Nguni gold prospect, part of its Omatjete Gold Project in Namibia. This significant development follows the discovery of a substantial 6km-long, high-grade gold-in-soil anomaly in May 2026. The comprehensive 5,000-meter, two-phase drilling campaign aims to delineate mineralization, test strike extensions, and build on successful exploration methodologies within a geologically promising region known for its gold endowment.

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright Delivers U.S. National Statement at the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna, Austria

2026-09-15

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently delivered a pivotal address at the 70th IAEA General Conference in Vienna, outlining an ambitious "American nuclear renaissance." This initiative, spearheaded by President Trump, aims to add 300 gigawatts of new nuclear capacity by 2050 through streamlined regulations, advanced reactor deployment, and AI-driven innovation. The U.S. reaffirms its commitment to global nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation, with significant implications for the international uranium mining and nuclear fuel cycle sectors.

Ethiopia’s Oromo Liberation Army warns mining operators after Tulu Kapi incident

2026-09-15

The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) has issued a stern warning to mining companies operating in Ethiopia’s Oromia region, demanding direct local community involvement and stringent environmental standards following a fatal incident at KEFI Gold and Copper’s Tulu Kapi project on September 4, 2026. This development has led KEFI to suspend its gold project, prompting a re-evaluation of security and community engagement protocols across the extractive sector in a politically sensitive region. The OLA’s demands underscore the critical importance of social license to operate and robust community relations for any mining endeavor in Ethiopia.

Springer Tungsten Complex secures $150m–175m funding

2026-09-15

Blue Moon Metals, The Elmet Group (TEG), and EQ Resources have committed $150 million to $175 million to revitalize the Springer Tungsten Complex in Imlay, Nevada, a strategic move to bolster the US tungsten supply chain. This substantial investment establishes a joint venture for the ammonium paratungstate (APT) plant, with Blue Moon retaining control of the mine and mill, and sets ambitious timelines for restarting operations by late 2027 and mid-2028. The initiative underscores a critical effort to secure domestic supply of a vital industrial metal.