US mining news
Thor Mining drilling samples to be reassayed at Pilot Mountain
Thor Mining Plc’s board has advised that samples from historical drilling at Pilot Mountain are to be reassayed for gold following the receipt of positive gold assay results from the Desert Scheelite deposit.
Continental Gold to receive US$25 million investment by Eric Sprott
Eric Sprott has agreed to purchase 10 645 200 common shares of Continental Gold.
Wildfire spreads to Pinto Valley mine boundary
Capstone Mining Corp. has reported that the Woodbury Fire wildfire is nearing the westernmost boundary of its Pinto Valley mine in Arizona.
MSHA upgrades data system for mine H&S
US Department of Labor has announced an upgraded data system to assist mine operators in ensuring compliance with mine safety and health regulations.
GMG and SME announce strategic partnership
The strategic partnership will drive increased openness in the mining industry.
Teck to apply additional CAN$600 million to total share buyback
Teck has announced a share buyback increase to CAN$1 billion and a redemption of US$600 million principal amount of notes.
Second favourable court ruling awarded to Comstock Mining
The First Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada, in and for Storey County, favourably granted its motion for the plaintiff to file a ‘more definite statement’
Mexus employs qualified chemical engineer for Santa Elena mine
Mexus Gold US has hired an experienced chemical engineer to oversee all aspects of the gold recovery systems at the Santa Elena mine.
US growing concerned over rising reliance on mineral imports
Against the backdrop of a punitive mining law proposal, Americans are concerned about the country’s growing reliance on imports for minerals.
Ivanhoe Mines appoints new President
Tony S. Giardini has been appointed new President of Ivanhoe Mines and will work alongside the current President to ensure a smooth transition prior to his retirement at the end of June.