Lithium. Copper. Nickel. What do you think of when you hear those minerals? Most people hear “lithium” and immediately think of electric vehicles – in particular, the batteries that power them. Full story.
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Stantec, Foran bring McIlvenna Bay forward
Stantec, which has been an environmental services partner with Foran Mining in the development of the McIlvenna Bay copper-zinc-gold-silver project in Saskatchewan, has confirmed a milestone for its work: ministerial approval by the province’s Environmental Assessment Act. Read the full story here.
Read MoreTocvan gets first doré from Pilar sample
Tocvan Ventures is taking its next significant step toward full production with the pouring of the first doré gold and silver bar from bulk sample material processed at its Pilar project in Sonora, Mexico. Full story.
Read MoreDoD backs domestic graphite project
The Department of Defense has awarded Canadian-based South Star Battery Metals a $3.2 million grant to support production at its BamaStar graphite project in Alabama. Full story.
Read MoreGuanajuato Silver begins processing El Horcon material
Guanajuato Silver said it has initiated development work and the processing of mineralized material from an existing stockpile at its El Horcon mine in Mexico, which is set to become a satellite mining operation for the precious metals producer. Full story.
Read MoreREMA TIP TOP of North America celebrates 70th anniversary
Since 1953, REMA TIP TOP of North America has evolved from a wholesaler and importer to a key player in the region, the company stated. Reason enough for the company to celebrate with employees, customers and partners throughout 2023. Full story.
Read MoreMSHA details October 2023 impact inspections
The U.S. Department of Labor announced that its Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) completed impact inspections at 13 mines in 10 states in October 2023, issuing 215 violations. Full story.
Read MoreCoeur to acquire concessions near Palmarejo mine
Coeur Mining subsidiary Coeur Mexicana has signed a purchase agreement with a subsidiary of Fresnillo to acquire mining concessions adjacent to the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, for US$25 million in cash. Full story.
Read MoreKomatsu to acquire American Battery Solutions
Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the United States, Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions Inc. (ABS), a battery manufacturer headquartered in Detroit. U.S. Komatsu is planning to close the acquisition on Dec. 1, 2023, on the condition that all necessary procedures for the closing are completed. The immediate impact on Komatsu’s consolidated business results…
Read MoreMSHA issues cold weather health & safety alerts
MSHA is advising that cold weather can cause cold stress, which can lead to hypothermia, frostbite and other severe injuries, and illnesses. Full story.
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