Anglo American’s steelmaking coal production decreases by 49%
Steelmaking coal production decreased by 49% to 2.4 million tonnes in Q4 2024, primarily impacted by the suspension of mining
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Global platinum supply and demand outlook for 2025
Global supply is forecast to contract by 4% (-291 koz) to 7,002 koz in 2025, as mine supply falls short
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Sibanye-Stillwater uranium strategy
On 9 December 2024, the Group announced that it had agreed to sell its Beatrix 4 shaft, Beatrix operations in
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Impact of import tariffs by United States of America on Hulamin
Pietermaritzburg – Hulamin derives approximately 11% of its rolled products volumes from exports to the United States of America. Hulamin
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World Platinum: Total supply up 3% in 2024 and is forecast to reduce 4% in 2025
World Platinum Investment Council publishes its Platinum Quarterly data set, which examines activity in the fourth quarter and full year 2024. It also
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Porous tin foam electrode solves expansion challenges in lithium-ion batteries
Porous tin foam electrode solves expansion challenges in lithium-ion batteries A breakthrough in lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology has emerged as
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VOD plant to produce high-grade stainless steel
Baosteel Desheng Stainless Steel Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China Baowu Steel Group, located in Fuzhou, issues the Final Acceptance
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Sibanye-Stillwater Chrome opportunity: increasing feed and improving recoveries
On 19 February 2025 a strategic enhancement to the historical Marikana chrome contract (Marikana Contract) and a new Chrome Management
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Trump tariff can cause 100,000 US aluminium industry job loses
The CEO of aluminium producer Alcoa has warned Donald Trump’s planned tariffs could result in 100,000 US job losses. US
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Largest gold miner reports significant Q4 earnings
The world’s largest gold miner reported strong earnings and reaffirmed its commitment to reward shareholders as it improves its balance
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De Beers and Botswana sign diamond partnership for the next generation
Anglo American announces that De Beers Group (“De Beers”) and the Government of the Republic of Botswana (the “Government of
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Novelis tests hydrogen in recycling furnace at aluminium facility
Novelis has successfully tested using hydrogen fuel to power a recycling furnace at its UK plant in Latchford, Warrington. The
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Anglo American and Codelco joint mine plan for copper mines
Anglo American plc announces the signing of a memorandum of understanding between its 50.1% owned subsidiary Anglo American Sur SA
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Platinum applications have an important role in the hydrogen value chain
Due to its versatility as a fuel, chemical feedstock and energy carrier, hydrogen is essential for the energy transition, especially
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Heavy rains affect Tumela mine at the Amandelbult Complex
Heavy rains in the northern part of South Africa over the past week have caused widespread flooding in the region,
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January 2025 world crude steel production
Brussels, Belgium – World crude steel production for the 69 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 151.4
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TOSYALI SULB orders Midrex with 2.5 million tons DRI complex
Libya intends to become a supplier of direct reduced iron (DRI) in the Mediterranean basin and beyond with the announcement
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Anglo American’s platinum group metals production volumes
Anglo American Platinum’s mined production was broadly in line with the comparative period at 588,300 ounces. Excluding Kroondal, own mined
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Jubilee Roan commences high grade copper production
Jubilee Metals, a diversified metals producer with operations in South Africa and Zambia, has announced an operational update at its
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US imports 100% of its tungsten consumption
Tungsten has not been mined commercially in the US since 2015, instead the US imported 6,550 metric tons of tungsten
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Glencore delivers full year production within guidance ranges
Operationally, 2024 was a strong year for Glencore says Glencore’s Chief Executive Officer, Gary Nagle. Industrial assets delivered full year
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China announces export restrictions on tungsten
China, in particular, has seen increased volatility in supply, new export controls on tungsten (and 24 other rare metals) were
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First Quantum: Zambia’s energy situation remains challenging
First Quantum reports that Zambia’s energy situation remained challenging through the fourth quarter. However, the Company’s proactive strategy of securing
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June demerger timeline for Anglo American Platinum
Anglo American has made significant progress towards its demerger of Anglo American Platinum and notes Anglo American Platinum’s announcement of
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Canada pushes US critical mineral alliance to counter Trump’s threat
Canada wants to accelerate the critical mineral strategic alliance with the US, according to key officials, as the country works
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Outlook for tin markets: Indonesian exports dropped considerably
Tin prices have started the year on a strong footing, with LME 3-month price closing at $30,106, up 3.5% in
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Anglo American agrees sale of nickel business for up to $500 million
Anglo American plc (“Anglo American”) announces that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its nickel business to
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El Marakby Steel upgrades minimill to increase capacity and reduce costs
El Marakby Steel, one of Egypt’s major manufacturers of deformed bars and wire rod, has taken another step to boost
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First Quantum: Kansanshi S3 expansion achieved 62% construction completion
First Quantum reports that The Kansanshi S3 Expansion remains on track for completion in mid-2025. During the fourth quarter of
Read moreAnglo American produces 772,700 tonnes of copper in 2024
Anglo American its total copper production for 2024 was 772,700 tonnes, towards the top-end of our guidance range. Total production
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