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Mining - 23 February 2026

BHP and Faraday Copper sign letter of intent

A subsidiary of BHP and Faraday Copper have signed a non-binding letter of intent to explore a potential transaction whereby Faraday would acquire BHP’s San Manuel property in Arizona.

 
 

US OSM strengthens state authority with 10-Day Notice rule update

The US Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) has finalised updates to the 10-Day Notice rule, restoring a ‘common sense’ approach that “prioritises state leadership and reduces unnecessary federal interference”.