Exploration & development - 10 January 2024

Astra Exploration has received approval of its Environmental Impact Assessment for the Pampa Pacienca project in Chile.

The Norwegian parliament has endorsed a proposal to open parts of the Norwegian continental shelf for exploration of seabed minerals.

Genmin has received a mining permit for its Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon.

Aterian has provided an update of field activities being undertaken by Rio Tinto on its joint venture agreement in Rwanda.