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Fortescue Sacks Top Executive After Harassment, Bullying Investigation
fmg mining
21 October 2026
The mining giant had tasked MinterEllison with reviewing the accusations, which were first disclosed on social media and claimed poor behaviour over many years.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/fortescue-sacks-top-executive-after-harassment-bullying-investigation-20261021-p617gf


BHP Vows to Double Australian Copper Output by 2040
australia bhp copper mining production
20 October 2026
The mining giant has pledged the first $1.1 billion towards a growth program that could burn through almost $64 billion in the coming decade.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/bhp-vows-to-double-australian-copper-output-by-2040-20261020-p616w2


Coal Kings Do It Again with New Hope's $1.8b Malabar Takeover
coal
19 October 2026
Veteran dealmakers Tony Haggarty and Allan Davies have sold their private NSW miner Malabar to ASX-listed company.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/coal-kings-do-it-again-with-new-hope-s-1-8b-malabar-takeover-20261019-p616mc


Erdene Eyes 2031 Start for $687m Mongolia Moly Project
molybdenum mongolia production
15 October 2026
Erdene Resource Development (TSX: ERD; US-OTC: ERDCF) could bring its $687-million (C$976-million) Zuun Mod molybdenum-copper project in Mongolia into production within five years under an accelerated schedule, President and CEO…
https://www.northernminer.com/news/erdene-eyes-687m-build-for-mongolia-moly-project/1003895759/


This Surfing South African CEO is Taking on BHP, Rio Tinto
rio tinto south africa
14 October 2026
Glencore chief executive Gary Nagle thinks the multinational miner's arrival on the ASX can help it challenge the industry's top two biggest players.
https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/leaders/nagle-gazing-why-glencore-looked-down-under-to-take-on-bhp-rio-tinto-20261014-p613lq


Kazakhstan: $150-Million Modernization Plan Underway for Rare ...
investment kazakhstan metals
9 October 2026
The rare earth metals plant (Sacero LLP) in Stepnogorsk, owned by the Kazakh company Silkway Metals (a subsidiary of Australia’s Lindian Resources), was announced by the Akmola region akimat (state administration). The project is estimated to cost $150 million. Of this, $50 million is planned for upgrading the existing plant, and another $100 million for…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/09/kazakhstan-150-million-modernization-plan-underway-for-rare-earth-metals-plant.html


European Commission Recognises Arctial Project
aluminium finland
9 October 2026
Arctial’s planned primary aluminium smelter in Kokkola-Kronoby, Finland, has been designated as a Strategic Project by the European Commission.
https://aluminiumtoday.com/news/european-commission-recognises-arctial-project


Kyrgyzstan: Silvercorp Metals Transfers $60 Million for Chaarat ...
investment kyrgyzstan metals
8 October 2026
Canada-based Silvercorp Metals has transferred $60 million to the Kyrgyz government under projects to develop the Tulkubash and Kyzyltash areas of the Chaarat deposit. The company transferred the funds to the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan after its license was extended for 30 years, until 2062. As agreed by the parties, a joint venture has…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/08/kyrgyzstan-silvercorp-metals-transfers-60-million-for-chaarat-development.html


Ukraine: AMKR to Conduct Equipment Repairs in Sulfur-Refining ...
arcelormittal mining ukraine
6 October 2026
ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih Mining and Metallurgical Plant (AMKR, Dnipropetrovsk region) has scheduled repairs to the equipment in the sulfur refining shop of its coke and chemical plant (CCP). According to the company’s Facebook post, the repairs are being carried out to maintain the equipment in good technical condition, ensure its reliable operation, and prevent accidents.…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/06/ukraine-amkr-to-conduct-equipment-repairs-in-sulfur-refining-shop-to-prevent-accidents.html


Renforth Drills Deeper into Victoria Nickel System
nickel
6 October 2026
Renforth Resources (CSE:RFR) has intersected broad nickel-cobalt zones beneath the…
https://mining.com.au/renforth-drills-deeper-into-victoria-nickel-system/


Emirates Global Aluminium in Guinea Bauxite Deal
aluminium bauxite uae
5 October 2026
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is set to receive the first shipment of Guinean bauxite under a renewed agreement with Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinée.
https://aluminiumtoday.com/news/emirates-global-aluminium-in-guinea-bauxite-deal


Steel Ministry Asks SAIL, Nmdc to Explore Overseas Mineral Assets
india mining sail
4 October 2026
The Steel Ministry has asked its undertakings, SAIL and NMDC, to explore mineral assets abroad to help secure long-term raw material requirements and support input costs, an official said. Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) is India's largest public sector steel-making entity, and NMDC is the country's leading iron ore player. On a query on whether steel PSUs, especially SAIL and NMDC, have been asked to look for mining assets abroad, the senior ministry official replied in the
https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/steel-ministry-asks-sail-nmdc-to-explore-overseas-mineral-assets-126100400120_1.html


Osisko Plots Major Resource Increase for Gaspé
copper exploration metals
2 October 2026
Osisko Metals (TSX: OM; US-OTC: OMZNF) expects its Gaspé copper project in Quebec to get even bigger as new drilling fills gaps in the resource and deeper mineralization is added…
https://www.northernminer.com/news/osisko-plots-major-resource-increase-for-gaspe/1003895378/


Miners, Banks and Supermarkets 'Pay Very Large Amounts of ...
australia market mining rio tinto
1 October 2026
Mining companies BHP and Rio Tinto were the largest contributors to Australia's $87.5 billion corporate tax haul from large businesses.
https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/miners-banks-and-supermarkets-pay-very-large-amounts-of-tax-20261001-p611pt


Rio Tinto Reaches Bell Bay Aluminium Deal
aluminium australia rio tinto
1 October 2026
Rio Tinto has reached agreement with the Tasmanian and Australian Governments to continue the operation of the Bell Bay Aluminium smelter until 2031.
https://aluminiumtoday.com/news/rio-tinto-reaches-bell-bay-aluminium-deal


Nigeria, Germany Deepen Steel Cooperation as Minister Receives ...
investment nigeria steel
25 September 2026
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening industrial cooperation between Nigeria and Germany, particularly in steel development, technology transfer, mineral processing and…
https://sciencenigeria.com/nigeria-germany-deepen-steel-cooperation-as-minister-receives-german-oems-delegation/


The New Numbers Behind Fortescue's Push for Tax Overhaul
fmg mining
24 September 2026
New modelling suggests capping lucrative fuel tax credits for big miners would accelerate industry-wide adoption of electric mining vehicles by up to six years.
https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/the-new-numbers-behind-fortescue-s-push-for-tax-overhaul-20260924-p60zkl


Combination Metal Lathe/Mill Adds Versatility to Small Shops
exploration
23 September 2026
Grizzly Industrial has released the T34744 10- by 30-in. variable-speed combination lathe/mill, a workstation that pairs the G0998 metal lathe with a heavy-duty milling head for turning, facing, end milling, face milling, and precision drilling with one machine.
https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/product/machining/combination-metal-lathemill-adds-versatility-to-small-shops


See How Nucor Corp. Ranks Among Analysts' Top Metals Picks
mining nucor usa
23 September 2026
A study of analyst recommendations at the major brokerages shows that Nucor Corp. (Symbol: NUE) is the #35 broker analyst pick, on average, out of the 50 stocks making up the Metals Channel Global Mining Titans Index, according to Metals Channel. The …
https://companies.einnews.com/article/944660090?lcf=xgyvabykuLNgZ5DVug6dXCU94D2Sqs87prISK7QXoGM=


Radiant World Table Shows Six Lenders with US$870 Million Exposure
iron ore
22 September 2026
Global Enterprise Radiant World table shows six lenders with US$870 million exposure This is the first comprehensive accounting to be made public of lenders’ exposure to the iron ore trader Sep 22, 2026 09:00 AM
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/global/radiant-world-table-shows-six-lenders-us870-million-exposure


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