Rio Tinto news
Rio Tinto and China Baowu sign heads of agreement for JV extension discussions
The agreement reinforces Rio Tinto’s partnership with Baowu, recognising the significant expertise and knowledge both parties bring to the joint venture.
Prime Minister Ardern reopens Rio Tinto’s New Zealand aluminium smelter
Yesterday, Rio Tinto welcomed the Prime Minister of New Zealand to officially reopen Potline 4 at its South Island aluminium smelter.
Simandou iron ore project update
The non-binding heads of agreement for Chinalco to acquire Rio Tinto's interest in the Simandou project has lapsed.
Hydro withdraws offer for Rio Tinto aluminium assets
Hydro has withdrawn its European Commission merger filing and terminated the transaction with Rio Tinto.
Rio Tinto receives recognition in Australia for anti-domestic violence stand
The company was recognised at the 2018 Women in Resources National Awards (WIRNA) for its commitment to gender diversity and breaking the cycle of violence against women.
Rio Tinto’s Amrun project spends over AUS$1.5 billion with Queensland companies
The soon-to-be competed bauxite project has been built using local companies with over AUS$1.5 billion worth of contracts awarded to Queensland suppliers.
Rio Tinto yields strong 1H18 results
Rio Tinto achieves strong set of results for first half of 2018 including US$7.2 billion of returns to shareholders.
Rio Tinto approves funding for initial work at Koodaideri iron ore project
The funds will be invested in detailed engineering work on key elements of the project, the development of a rail construction camp and the first stage of the Koodaideri accommodation camp.
Rio Tinto awarded aluminium industry’s Chain of Custody certification
Rio Tinto has become the first mining and metals company to be awarded the Chain of Custody certification by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative.
Rio Tinto releases 2Q18 production results
The company’s operational performance was solid across most commodities, rounding out a strong first half performance.