Finance & business

The Board of Directors of Sandvik has decided to withdraw the previous dividend proposal and instead propose that the Annual General Meeting on 28 April resolve that no dividend will be paid.

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. has provided an update on the status of its operations, production and cost guidance for 2020 and its financial position in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Great Panther Mining announces that it has initiated an orderly and safe suspension of mining and processing activities at the Guanajuato Mine Complex and the Topia Mine.

Pretium Resources Inc. remains committed to the safety and health of its workforce and neighbouring communities in Northwest British Columbia (Canada).

Kaizen Discovery Inc. has announced the appointment of Lori Price as Chief Financial Officer.

Golden Star Resources Ltd has further updated its response to the COVID-19 pandemic in respect to the implementation of management controls.

The National Mining Association has applauded the Department of Homeland Security for reiterating that mining is included in its list of 16 critical infrastructure sectors.

BHP has launched a US$8 million plan to strengthen the public health network facing the spread of COVID-19 in Chile.

Rio Tinto has announced an update regarding COVID-19.

A survey of Queensland resources companies taken during the COVID-19 outbreak has found that more than half of the sector plans to maintain or increase its workforce said the Queensland Resources Council (QRC).

Glencore has provided an on the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.

MC Mining Ltd has announced a market update with regards to the impact on the company of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Forum Energy Technologies has secured an order from PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara (Amman Mineral) to supply an ROV.

Capital expenditure is a critical indicator of the health of the mining industry, and a key driver of business opportunities for investors and suppliers alike.

Mexus Gold US has announced that its operating costs are lower than expected and confirms a positive cash flow has been obtained.