Chinese mining news

Fortescue Ltd announces the successful syndication of a Renminbi-denominated (RMB) syndicated term loan facility of 14.2 billion (approximately US$2 billion) with participation from leading Chinese, Australian, and international lenders.

BHP has released its latest Operational Review, highlighting record copper and iron ore production as primary drivers behind its strong 2025 performance.

BHP is partnering with XCMG Mining Equipment Co. for the delivery of fleet solutions across its global operations, reflecting its continued focus on strengthening supply chain resilience.

Alaina Harkness and Batchimeg Ganbaatar outline how the road to real critical mineral independence will be paved by greater innovation in water and waste management.

A fleet of 100 Huaneng Ruichi autonomous electric mining trucks has entered operation at the Yimin opencast mine in Inner Mongolia, China.

Amelia Haines, BMI, UK, studies the implications of current US politics on the Latin American mining sector.

Metso is investing in the expansion of its screening solutions in China. The initial investment includes an agreement to acquire screening business, operations and key assets of Selm Technology Co. Ltd.

A new IEA report has found that strong deployment of renewables is set to curb growth in coal use even as electricity demand surges, with China – the world’s biggest coal consumer – remaining pivotal.

Joshua Robinson, Co-founder of Darwin Financing Co., shares insights into China’s recent decision to restrict exports of critical minerals to the US – a significant escalation in the rivalry between the two superpowers.

Ramon Barua, CEO, Aclara Resources, examines the disconnect between rare earths’ critical role and its current market reality, and how it poses significant challenges for the future of energy and technological advancements to meet climate goals.