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Manuel Carbonell / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)China Unveils Shuanglin K7 Driverless Mining Truck with Sideways Mobility in Shanghai
China has introduced the Shuanglin K7, a driverless mining truck capable of crab-walking across rough terrain. The vehicle, developed by Shuanglin Group and Tsinghua University, features advanced maneuverability for narrow pits. It was unveiled on April 18, 2026, with details rep…
SemaforDR Congo Cobalt Export Quotas Prompt Production Changes by Major Miners
DR Congo's cobalt export quotas have led major producers to adjust operations, including reducing output or prioritizing other metals. Glencore reported a 39% drop in cobalt production in the first quarter of 2026. Other companies like CMOC and Eurasia Resources Group have adopte…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Science, Tech Groups Oppose Philippines-US Pax Silica Deal
A coalition of science and technology groups in the Philippines has voiced opposition to the Pax Silica agreement with the United States, citing concerns over mineral extraction impacts. The groups highlighted potential environmental harms and effects on local populations. The de…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Iran Conflict Linked to Supply Chain Strains in Australian, Ethiopian, and Congolese Mining Operations
The ongoing war in Iran is disrupting mining operations worldwide. Affected areas include the Australian outback, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The global mining industry is starting to experience these effects, according to reports.
michaelwest.com.auFortescue's Green Metal Project Set to Produce Initial Output in June Quarter
Fortescue's green metal venture is set to deliver its initial hot metal output in the June quarter. The project represents a significant move in the company's shift toward sustainable energy practices. It aims to lessen reliance on fossil fuels through innovative low-emission pro…
Goldman Sachs Projects $12,650 Copper Price with 490,000-Ton Surplus in 2026 Amid Supply Disruptions
Goldman Sachs maintains a $12,650 per metric ton price target for copper in 2026, projecting a 490,000-ton market surplus. The forecast faces risks from the Strait of Hormuz closure and China's upcoming ban on sulfuric acid exports. These disruptions affect sulfuric acid supplies…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Clear Street Projects American Rare Earths as Leading North American Heavy Rare-Earth Supplier
Clear Street analysts project that American Rare Earths, listed on Nasdaq as ALOY, could become North America's leading platform for heavy rare-earth metallization and supplier of purified heavy rare-earth elements. This assessment follows months of commentary from market observe…
winnipegfreepress.comArgentina's Congress Approves Bill Easing Protections for Glacial Formations
Argentina's Congress has passed legislation that reduces protections for glacial areas, a development sought by major mining companies. The bill modifies existing laws to allow certain activities near glaciers. This change comes amid ongoing debates over environmental safeguards…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Rio Tinto and Century Aluminum Increase Premiums on US Aluminum Product After Import Disruptions
Rio Tinto and Century Aluminum raised premiums on a key semi-processed aluminum product in the US by about 12% in recent weeks. The increase followed disruptions to imports from the Middle East due to the Iran war, according to sources. This affects the supply chain for aluminum…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)American Ocean Minerals to Combine with Odyssey in Reverse Merger
American Ocean Minerals, a deep-sea exploration company led by former Rio Tinto CEO Tom Albanese, plans to combine with Odyssey through a reverse merger. The deal was reported by people with knowledge of the matter. This transaction aims to create a publicly traded entity focused…