Four mining sector trends to watch in 2025 - Mining Technology
Dec 31, 2024 · Four key trends that will continue to influence the mining sector in 2025. Credit: dee karen via Shutterstock. Four key trends that shaped the mining sector in 2024 – digital acceleration, the energy transition, a focus on responsible business and the growing involvement of government in the ...
The biggest mining deals in 2024 - Mining Technology
Dec 19, 2024 · 2. Whitehaven closes $4.1bn purchase of Queensland coal mines . In April, Whitehaven Coal concluded the acquisition of the Daunia and Blackwater metallurgical coal mines in Queensland, Australia, from the BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, a joint venture (JV) between BHP and Mitsubishi Development. This transaction solidified Whitehaven as a major metallurgical coal producer as it aims to meet global ...
What a trump victory means for the mining industry - Mining …
Nov 7, 2024 · Trump 2.0 is expected to focus on four policy priorities: tax cuts/financial deregulation; protectionist tariffs on imports from China (especially) and other trade partners designed to reverse the harms of globalisation for American workers; combatting illegal immigration; and promoting abundant and cheap energy.
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The equipment helping miners access deeper deposits - Mining …
Dec 16, 2024 · With demand for critical minerals expected to quadruple by 2040, surface ore deposits are being depleted at a rapid pace. In response, miners are venturing further into the earth to fulfil natural resource supplies. In recent years, major mining companies such as De Beers and Rio Tinto have invested billions to extend the life of mines with dwindling production by moving operations deeper ...
Lithium mining has negative environmental impacts
Oct 30, 2023 · The cost of green energy: lithium mining’s impact on nature and people. Head of the environmental unit of Chile's Atacama Indigenous Council, Francis Mandoca, states that lithium mines ruin one zone to satisfy another.
China currently controls over 69% of global rare earth production
5 days ago · China currently dominates global rare earth production, accounting for over 69% in 2023. Credit: Ivan Marc via Shutterstock. The global rare earths industry is a complex landscape dominated by China, creating a critical need for global supply chain diversification. This sector faces challenges, but ...
The Priciest: Top 5 Most Expensive Metals and Their Origins
Mar 10, 2020 · Palladium. Rhodium’s little brother palladium also did well out of the Dieselgate scandal. After sales of diesel vehicles slumped and petrol alternatives came back into fashion, platinum – used primarily in catalytic converters for diesel vehicles – took a tumble, while petrol-friendly palladium rose.
Saudi Arabia ready to mine the future as it looks beyond oil
Dec 23, 2024 · However, the kingdom is about to make a substantial investment in its mining sector, banking on growing demand for energy transition minerals such as lithium, cobalt and nickel, as well as gold and some rare earth metals.. According to GlobalData’s Market Assessment of Mining Industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023 report, the nation is well positioned to become a leading mineral ...
Rio Tinto to explore gallium extraction from bauxite in Quebec, …
Dec 16, 2024 · The Government of Quebec has pledged up to C$7m ($4.8m) to support the demonstration phase. Canada Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry François-Philippe Champagne said: “When it comes to critical minerals, Canada has all it takes to be the global supplier of choice and that is why our government is proud to …