Asian mining news
The 'Energy Playbook' is coming for mining
Louise Woods, Kimberley Taieb and Elena Guillet, Vinson & Elkins, examine developments in the critical minerals conversation and the implications for mining investors, drawing lessons from the energy sector's long experience in managing sovereign and regulatory risk.
Stantec selected to lead Definitive Feasibility Study for the US$2.37 billion Kingking Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines
Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design, engineering, and project delivery, has been selected by St. Augustine Gold & Copper Ltd. to provide study and engineering services for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project.
NMMC highlights its widespread use of conveyor lines in transporting mined rock
As part of its cost optimisation strategy, Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Company deploys high-capacity conveyor systems for the transportation of mined rock mass to permanent and temporary storage facilities.
Weir installs China’s largest mill pump at high altitude copper mine
Weir, a global leader in mining technology, has successfully installed China’s largest mill circuit slurry pump. The order includes six WARMAN® MCR® 650 pumps and two WARMAN® MCR® 750 pumps.
Copper’s rally looks stretched but supply constraints still underpin prices
Grant Sporre, Global Head of Metals & Mining at Bloomberg Intelligence, shares insights into copper’s recent performance and a 2026 outlook for the sector.
A new grinding mill commissioned at Hydrometallurgical Plant No. 3
As part of its ongoing investment projects, Navoi Mining & Metallurgical Company continues the phased commissioning of new production capacities.
Muruntau Mine launches cyclic-flow technology complex
The investment project implemented for the development of the Muruntau deposit plays a crucial role in increasing the production of precious metals at the Navoi Mining & Metallurgical Company (NMMC).
Hancock Prospecting media statement on licence award to Maaden Hancock JV
Midana Exploration Pty Ltd (Hancock) and Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden) representatives attended a Round 9 licence award ceremony held during the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh on 14 January 2026.
World Mining Congress places the mining challenge on the agenda at the Future Minerals Forum in Saudi Arabia
Within the framework of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), Dr. Doris Hiam-Gálvez, PhD, FCAE, Program Chair of World Mining Congress 2026, took part in the Great Debate entitled “What happened to the nation builders?”, where she offered a profound reflection on the role of mining in national development.
Geopolitics and capital discipline to define metals & mining industry in 2026
Geopolitical shifts, a rewired energy transition and cautious investment strategies will define the metals and mining sector in 2026 according to Wood Mackenzie.