Capital considerations dominate the top three business risks in the mining and metals sector, according to EY's Top 10 business risks facing mining and metals 2016-2017 report."Much like our global counterparts, Canadian mining and metals companies are facing challenges amid prolonged volatility in the sector," says Bruce Sprague, EY's Canadian Mining & Metals Leader. "Companies who proactively m...Read More
Companies had no choice but to cut back on new developments, re-focus on profitable production rather than maximum production and to save costs.2016 marked another challenging year for SA's mining industry in the wake of subdued commodity prices, an increase in short-term volatility, increased pressure on operating models and regulatory uncertainty.These are some of the highlights from PwC's (www....Read More
A massive blackout in South Australia forced the world's largest miner BHP Billiton to suspend production at its Olympic Dam copper mine. The power outage was the product of strong winds and heavy rain caused by what has been called "the most extreme weather system" that has hit the area in decades.Given this situation, BHP decided it was best to stop activities at the country's biggest undergroun...Read More
A new report by BMI Research, a Fitch company, forecasts subdued growth for the mining industry in Africa through 2020.BMI says Sub-Saharan Africa's mining sector growth will remain slow as a muted recovery of mineral prices will continue to put pressure on profit margins of metal producers.The authors of the report "expect some growth bright spots, the region will continue to face both significa...Read More
Blue River Resources' Mazama Copper Project in Washington's Methow Valley is facing yet another challenge. This time, the U.S. Forest Service is taking a central role in supporting the Methow Headwaters campaign, which is run by a coalition of 2,000 residents, 130 local businesses, and other organizations and aims at fighting the possibility of future copper mining in the upper Methow Valley.Testi...Read More
The world's number five diversified mining company, Anglo American announced a "radical portfolio restructuring" at the end of last year. The company with roots going back more than a hundred years to South Africa's gold and diamond fields said it's reducing the number of mines it operates from 55 to as few as 16 to focus on diamonds, copper and platinum because of better long-term potential. Its...Read More
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ECB and Italy’s bank rescue fund head clash over bailout rules ... The European Central Bank and the head of Italy’s bank rescue fund clashed on Monday over the European Union’s tough conditions on state aid for troubled banks. Speaking at the same conference in London, one of the ECB’s most senior supervisors said EU states should follow the bloc’s rules when it...Read More
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ECB and Italy’s bank rescue fund head clash over bailout rules ... The European Central Bank and the head of Italy’s bank rescue fund clashed on Monday over the European Union’s tough conditions on state aid for troubled banks. Speaking at the same conference in London, one of the ECB’s most senior supervisors said EU states should follow the bloc’s rules when it...Read More
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DENVER, Sep. 28 - Newmont Mining Corporation (NYSE: NEM) (Newmont or the Company) welcomed the public release of an independent report examining the ongoing land dispute in Peru between members of the Chaupe family and Yanacocha."The complex land dispute between members of the Chaupe family and Yanacocha remains a concern for us, and we believe it is important to be truthful and transparent about...Read More
Rising demand for hard-to-find rare earths (REEs) needed for high tech gadgets, green energy and batteries used by hybrid vehicles continues to push mining companies to scour the ocean floors.The latest of them is Ocean Minerals LLC, a deep sea mining firm based in Houston, Texas, which announced Wednesday that it has inked an agreement with the Cook Islands government for exclusive prospecting an...Read More
In May Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold (NYSE:FCX) announced the sale of its Tenke Fungurume copper mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to China Molybdenum (CMOC) for up to $2.65 billion, a crucial part of the Phoenix-based company's debt reduction program.But exiting the DRC is proving to be as complicated as operating a mine in the troubled central African country.China Molybdenum would l...Read More
During the first Mining Forum ever held in Kenya, Mining Cabinet Secretary Dan Kazungu said his country will strive to have more organized mining sector.Among the first steps the government will implement to work towards that goal is conducting a year-long airborne survey to map mineral deposits. With an initial funding of approximately $29.64 million, the objective of the study is to attract mini...Read More
Shares in Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold (NYSE:FCX) reacted negatively to reports the number one publicly-held copper producer's sale of oil and gas assets could be in trouble.Bloomberg reports Freeport bondholders want greater protection and hold out for more money following the deal with Anadarko Petroleum to buy Freeport's deepwater Gulf of Mexico assets for a total of $2 billion. The p...Read More
Comey on Clinton email probe: ‘Don’t call us weasels’ … The normally-stoic FBI chief grew emotional as he rejected claims that the FBI was in the tank for Clinton. -PoliticoJames Comey appeared today before the House Judiciary Committee to answer questions about the FBI's decision not to recommend prosecution of Hillary Clinton regarding misuse of classified emails - and i...Read More
I have been very enthusiastic playing the Norman B50 that i purchased from Soundtools store in Helsinki.I really like that it is a genuine acoustic guitar, no electronic parts. The neck is rounded and very small. I love the fast feel of the Ebony fingerboard which contrast with the superb flame maple on the sides and headstock. The tone is full, warm and well balanced. The guitar works great for f...Read More
Walter Coles, CEO of Skeena Resources (SKE:TSX.V), talks gold and how this exploration company has made its third acquisition.To see more videos like this one go to www.b-tv.comRead More