US mining news
USMCA to secure North American mining supply chain
The National Mining Association has issued the following statement applauding the announced deal to proceed with the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
U.S. Gold Corp. announces formation of advisory board
U.S. Gold Corp has announced the addition of two members to its newly established advisory board.
KraftPowercon acquires MET
KraftPowercon, Sweden has announced the acquisition of 100% ownership of US-based MET.
Rio Tinto invests in US copper mine
The company’s US$1.5 billion investment over the next 6 years will extend operations at the Kennecott copper mine (USA) until 2032.
Emerson releases magnetic slurry sensor and transmitter
The product aims to help improve quality, reduce raw material cost and minimise waste and re-work.
Insurers withdrawing cover from coal projects double in 2019
46% of reinsurance market and 37% of industry’s global assets covered by coal exit policies.
Group Chief Financial Officer leaves FLSmidth
Group Chief Financial Officer, Lars Vestergaard, and the FLSmidth Board of Directors have agreed that Lars Vestergaard will step down and leave FLSmidth effective immediately.
Abacus acquires new Nevada gold project
Abacus Mining & Exploration Corporation has announced that it has acquired a new gold project in Nevada.
Alternative sources of mining finance – the North American experience
The mergers of Barrick and Randgold and the recent merger of Newmont and GoldCorp have highlighted a number of current trends in the mining industry.
Maptek opens new office in Elko, Nevada
“Nevada is and will continue to be, one of the most productive and significant mining regions in the world,” said Rob Hardman, General Manager of Maptek’s North American region.