Copper prices edged lower on Friday but were set for a weekly rise on China-U.S. temporary trade truce, although uncertainty over longer-term demand prospects for the metal capped further gains. Benchmark copper on the London Metal Exchange (LME) was down 0.4% at $9,536 a metric ton, as of 0707 GMT on Friday. The most-traded copper […]

Regulatory hurdles in Mali have left British miner Kodal Minerals unable to export more than 20,000 metric tons of lithium concentrate, its chief executive Bernard Aylward told Reuters. Kodal’s blocked shipments come as global lithium production is already expected to drop this year – potentially by 228,000 tons – as miners curtail operations due to plummeting prices for […]

One of the first things to recognize in the mining industry, is that all that glitters may not be gold. I’m not talking about the time the CEO of a junior exploration company picked up drill core freshly drilled from the corebox and called a zone of pyrite the best core he’d  ever seen (it […]

Artificial intelligence (AI), the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, is without question one of the most far-reaching and impactful technological developments of the 21st century. From chatbots, online shopping recommendations and financial risk assessment to analysis of customer data, artificial intelligence is a game-changer for industries large and […]

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the mining industry by transforming and streamlining everyday operations to expand the reach of company digital solutions, thereby improving efficiency and safety. In this article, we will take a look at how artificial intelligence can be used in the mining sector and which companies are currently at the forefront of this […]

Choosing a conveyor system can be a tricky business, but selecting a suitable conveyor for your business is essential to its success, as the right conveying technology can help increase profits, streamline processes and contribute to increased throughput and company growth. To help with the selection process, this blog will provide an overview of the […]

The mining and metals industry faces several significant challenges when it comes to implementing a digital strategy. These challenges are due to the unique characteristics of the industry and the nature of its operations. Reason 1 The mining and metals industry typically operates in remote and harsh environments, which pose considerable logistical and infrastructure challenges […]

May 9 (Reuters) – Gold firmed on Friday on dip-buying after prices dropped earlier in the session, while markets turned their focus to U.S.-China trade talks due this weekend. Spot gold added 0.4% to $3,317.39 an ounce as of 0622 GMT. The metal has gained more than 2% so far this week. U.S. gold futures […]

Concern is mounting over just how big a hit the Chinese economy is going to take from the massive tariffs imposed by the United States, but so far the commodity most at risk is seemingly unaffected. Iron ore is the major commodity most exposed to China, given that the world’s second-biggest economy buys more than […]

As the global shift towards renewable energy and electric mobility gains momentum, lithium has emerged as a critical mineral. This lightweight element is a cornerstone in the production of lithium-ion batteries, which power a wide array of modern technologies, from electric vehicles to portable electronics. While lithium mining plays an essential role in supporting clean […]