Blog - Mining

Chile's Copper Giants Explore Potential Synergy in Smelting Ventures

Dec 12, 2024

Codelco and Enami are exploring collaboration to enhance Chile's smelting capacity, focusing on sustainability and reducing dependency on international processing.

Vale to Erect New Iron Ore Briquette Plant in Louisiana with Substantial US Financing

Dec 12, 2024

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Vale secures $283M from the US Department of Energy to construct an iron ore briquette plant in Louisiana, a move set to enhance local processing capabilities and support the vibrant US iron ore market.

Bentonite Export From India Reaches a High of $91 Million in 2023

Dec 12, 2024

From 2017 to 2023, Bentonite exports saw modest growth, reaching a value of $91M in 2023.

Mexico Sees Significant Decline in Tantalum Imports, Falling to $38 Million in 2023

Dec 12, 2024

During the period analyzed, Tantalum imports peaked at 252 tons in 2014, but remained at a lower level from 2015 to 2023. In terms of value, Tantalum imports significantly decreased to $38M in 2023.

India's Iodine Imports Skyrocket to $220 Million in 2023

Dec 11, 2024

Iodine imports reached a peak of 4.4K tons in 2017, but failed to regain momentum from 2018 to 2023. In terms of value, iodine imports significantly increased to $220M in 2023.

France Experiences Sharp Decline in Molybdenum Imports, Valuing at $17M in 2023

Dec 10, 2024

Molybdenum imports hit a peak of 1.4K tons in 2019, but failed to regain momentum from 2020 to 2023. In terms of value, molybdenum imports notably decreased to $17M in 2023.

Freeport's Copper Exports: A Temporary Solution to Global Shortages

Dec 9, 2024

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Freeport-McMoRan's Indonesian copper exports may temporarily ease global shortages, given challenges like smelter fires and permit issues.

US Evaluates $550 Million Loan for Brazilian Nickel Mine Project

Dec 9, 2024

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The US evaluates a $550 million loan to support the Piaui Nickel Project in Brazil, aiming to secure critical minerals and reduce dependency on China.

Boliden AB Expands with Strategic Acquisition of Zinc and Copper Mines

Dec 9, 2024

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Boliden AB's strategic acquisition of zinc and copper mines from Lundin Mining enhances its production capacity, securing its position in Europe's mining industry.

Construction Industry Faces Hiring Challenges Amid Economic Uncertainties

Dec 8, 2024

The construction industry is cautiously hiring due to economic uncertainties, high interest rates, and changing immigration policies, with significant trade activity in the U.S. construction sands market.

Gravel and Crushed Stone Imports in France Surge to $153 Million in 2023

Dec 7, 2024

Gravel and Crushed Stone imports reached a peak of 9.4M tons in 2021 but struggled to recover momentum from 2022 to 2023. In terms of value, imports increased to $153M in 2023.

Holcim Expands Listing Plans Amid North American Expansion

Dec 6, 2024

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Holcim targets dual listings on Swiss and NY exchanges as part of its North American business spin-off, set to leverage the construction surge in the region.