Chinese mining news

Grant Sporre, Global Head of Metals & Mining at Bloomberg Intelligence, shares insights into copper’s recent performance and a 2026 outlook for the sector.

Nitesh Shah, CEO, Metalysis, discusses the latest political trends surrounding critical minerals with a focus on the UK’s critical minerals strategy.

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.