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New episode: Sustainable reporting in mining

2026-03-11

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) launched its first sector-specific standard for mining, GRI 14, in January 2026, aiming to enhance transparency and consistency in sustainability reporting across the industry. This new framework, designed to help companies measure and report on their environmental, social, and economic impacts, is being discussed in a recent episode of the *Energy Technology: Industry Insights* podcast featuring GRI mining lead Gelkha Buitrago. The standard arrives as the mining sector faces increasing scrutiny, necessitating robust and comparable sustainability data for stakeholders.

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Venezuela gains initial approval for new mining bill

2026-03-11

Venezuela’s National Assembly has granted preliminary approval to a new mining bill, signaling an ambitious move to revitalize the nation's resource sector and attract foreign investment. The legislation, which aims to replace a nearly three-decade-old framework, seeks to bolster legal guarantees for investors, introduce independent mediation for dispute resolution, and open the door for capital into strategic mineral projects such as gold and bauxite. This development follows a high-profile visit by US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to Caracas in early March 2026, and mirrors recent reform efforts in Venezuela’s oil sector, indicating a potential shift in the country's economic strategy amidst escalating global demand for critical minerals.

Lundin Mining to acquire additional stake in Lumina Copper

2026-03-11

Lundin Mining is set to significantly expand its copper-dominant portfolio through a strategic acquisition in Chile, purchasing an additional 5% ownership in the operating Caserones copper-molybdenum mine and a 30.9% stake in the large-scale Los Helados copper-gold project. Valued at $215 million (C$291.37 million), this move is expected to enhance Lundin's attributable copper production and secure substantial long-term growth potential in the prospective Vicuña District, underscoring the company's commitment to high-quality, scalable copper assets amid robust global demand.

Domestic Metals expands exploration efforts at Smart Creek Project in US

2026-03-10

Domestic Metals has significantly expanded its exploration efforts at the Smart Creek Copper Project in Montana, US, following highly encouraging surface exploration results indicating substantial copper, gold, and silver mineralization. The company, in a joint venture with Rio Tinto, plans to initiate diamond drilling in April 2026 to test the newly identified targets, which exhibit porphyry, epithermal, and carbonate replacement deposit styles in a prolific mining region. This intensified program underscores the project's potential to contribute to the domestic supply of critical metals, attracting considerable industry attention.

Trafigura to secure lithium supply from Smackover project in US

2026-03-10

Trafigura has executed a significant binding take-or-pay offtake agreement with Smackover Lithium for 8,000 tonnes per annum of battery-grade lithium carbonate over a decade. This deal, commencing in 2028 from the South West Arkansas (SWA) project, marks a critical step towards bolstering the domestic US lithium supply chain and advancing the project's Final Investment Decision by 2026. Leveraging Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology, the SWA project is poised to become a key producer in the burgeoning electric vehicle and energy storage markets.

Mining Technology’s parent company GlobalData moves to Main Market of LSE

2026-03-08

GlobalData Plc, the parent company of *Mining Technology*, announced its strategic move from the London Stock Exchange's Alternative Investment Market (AIM) to its prestigious Main Market on March 5, 2026. This significant transition reflects the company's substantial growth, operational maturity, and its successful, long-term strategy of building a unified, AI-powered intelligence platform through sustained investment and targeted acquisitions. The move is set to enhance GlobalData's profile among a broader investor base and signifies its established position as a critical intelligence provider for over 5,000 organizations globally, including those in the discerning mining sector.

Metso to supply equipment for Blackwater Mine phase two project in Canada

2026-03-08

Metso has secured significant orders, totaling €39 million ($45.25 million), to supply a comprehensive suite of crushing and grinding equipment for Artemis Gold’s Expanded Phase 2 (EP2) development at the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia, Canada. This includes a Premier 18,000kW SAG mill, a Premier 18,000kW ball mill, a Superior MKIII gyratory crusher, Nordberg HP Series cone crushers, and various ancillary processing technologies, underscoring a strategic partnership aimed at optimizing the gold project's operational efficiency and supporting regional economic development.

Pan American finds four new veins at La Colorada mine in Mexico

2026-03-07

Pan American Silver has announced significant exploration success at its La Colorada mine in Zacatecas, Mexico, with the discovery of four new high-grade polymetallic veins and the extension of existing zones. An intensive drilling campaign between November 2025 and January 2026, totaling 17,774 meters, confirmed new veins like Filomena and Nicolasa, exhibiting exceptional silver, gold, lead, and zinc grades. These discoveries are set to substantially enhance the mine's resource base, with an updated mineral reserves and resources report anticipated by June 30, 2026.

NexGen’s Rook I Uranium Project secures final federal approval

2026-03-07

NexGen Energy has secured the final federal approval for its Rook I Uranium Project in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin, receiving a crucial license from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission on March 6, 2026. This milestone clears the path for full construction to commence in summer 2026, with the project slated to eventually produce up to 30 million pounds of uranium annually. Rook I is poised to become a significant contributor to the global uranium supply, strengthening Western energy independence and bringing substantial economic benefits to the region.

Aluminium prices hit high after Alba suspends metal deliveries

2026-03-06

Global aluminium markets are experiencing significant upheaval after Aluminium Bahrain BSC (Alba) announced a suspension of metal deliveries due to force majeure, citing transit issues through the critical Strait of Hormuz. This disruption, stemming from escalating tensions in Iran, has propelled aluminium prices to their highest levels since 2022, underscoring the vulnerability of global commodity supply chains to geopolitical instability. The move has sparked concerns among traders and manufacturers worldwide regarding potential long-term supply interruptions for one of the world's most vital industrial metals.

Tempest Minerals signs agreement to acquire Zealandia

2026-03-06

Tempest Minerals has solidified its strategic expansion into New Zealand's gold sector through a binding agreement to acquire Zealandia Resources. This acquisition, valued at $2 million (A$2.85 million) entirely in shares, encompasses four high-potential gold projects spanning 145km² within the historically prolific Hauraki Goldfields and the emerging Taupo Volcanic Zone on the North Island. The deal presents Tempest with drill-ready targets and a comprehensive historical data set, positioning the company to accelerate exploration in a region celebrated for its extensive epithermal gold-silver production.