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Keliber Lithium Project Faces Refinery Investment Decision Amid Price Volatility and EU Policy Talks

April 26, 2026April 26, 2026 Constance

Sibanye-Stillwater to Decide on €763m Keliber Lithium Refinery as Price Volatility and EU Support Shape Investment Outlook A final investment decision on the third phase of the €763 million Keliber lithium project in Finland the refinery is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026, according to CEO Richard Stewart. The decision will depend largely on clearer signals around long-term lithium pricing stability. Stewart made the remarks during the group’s International and Recycling Operations Capital Markets Day. He confirmed that construction of the Syväjärvi open-pit lithium mine has been completed on… Read More Here

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Mariana Minerals and Sandvik Launch Autonomous Drilling Integration at Copper One Mine

April 26, 2026April 26, 2026 Constance

Mariana Minerals and Sandvik Deploy Autonomous Drilling System at Copper One Mine to Advance Smart Mining in the US Mariana Minerals and Sandvik have formed a strategic partnership to deploy autonomous drilling technology at Mariana’s Copper One mine in southeastern Utah, United States. The initiative aims to advance fully automated mining operations by integrating Sandvik’s AutoMine Surface Drilling platform directly into MarianaOS, Mariana’s proprietary mining software system. Rather than operating as a standalone solution, AutoMine is now embedded within Mariana’s broader digital ecosystem. This integration connects drilling operations with overall… Read More Here

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FQM Leads Solwezi’s Infrastructure Revolution with Mitech–Boom Gate Road Upgrade

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Solwezi Rising: The Mitech–Boom Gate Road Upgrade and the New Face of Urban Growth Over the past decade, Solwezi has undergone a steady transformation from a quiet provincial town into one of Zambia’s fastest-growing economic centres. At the heart of this growth has been the sustained presence and investment of First Quantum Minerals (FQM), whose operations have increasingly extended beyond mining into infrastructure development that supports the town’s expansion. As economic activity rises, so too does the demand for modern infrastructure capable of sustaining industry and a growing population. FQM… Read More Here

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FQM’s Kansanshi Mine Showcases World’s First Ultra-Large Battery-Electric Mining Truck in Zambia

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Zambia’s Kansanshi Mine Showcases Hitachi’s Ultra-Large Battery-Electric Mining Truck, Pioneering Sustainable Copper Production In the copper-rich expanse of Solwezi, Zambia, a new sound is echoing across the open pits. Where once the roar of diesel engines dominated, the hum of electric motors now signals a profound shift in mining. At First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi copper and gold mine, the showcase of the world’s first ultra-large battery-electric mining truck marked a turning point not only for Zambia, but for the global mining industry. The truck was not being formally commissioned into… Read More Here

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Luanshya Copper Mine Set to Restart Production After Two Decades of Rehabilitation

April 24, 2026April 24, 2026 Constance

Zambia’s Luanshya Copper Mine to Resume Operations in August 2026 Following Major Dewatering and $710M Shaft Redevelopment Luanshya Copper Mine is scheduled to resume production in August 2026 after more than two decades of inactivity, marking a significant milestone in Zambia’s efforts to expand copper output and revitalize legacy mining assets. The mine is majority owned by China Nonferrous Mining Corporation (CNMC), which acquired the operation in 2009 and holds an 80 percent stake. Zambia’s state mining investment company, ZCCM Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH), retains the remaining 20 percent share. Before… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Advances Platreef Expansion With Key Shaft and Processing Milestones

April 24, 2026April 25, 2026 Constance

Ivanhoe Mines Marks Major Platreef Milestones as Shaft #3 Completion and Phase 2 Expansion Drive Production Growth in South Africa Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has announced the completion of three significant development milestones at its Platreef Mine project in Limpopo, South Africa, marking important progress toward the mine’s Phase 2 and future Phase 3 expansions. The milestones include: Company officials stated that these developments represent a major step forward in scaling production capacity and preparing the operation for long-term growth. Expanded Hoisting Capacity Strengthens Production Flexibility The completion of… Read More Here

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US-Backed Mining Deal in Congo Faces Scrutiny Over Firm’s Claimed Experience

April 24, 2026April 24, 2026 Constance

Virtus Minerals’ Congo Mining Credentials Questioned After $30M Chemaf Deal in US–DRC Critical Minerals Partnership A U.S. company at the center of Washington’s strategy to secure critical minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has come under scrutiny after questions emerged about the accuracy of its mining credentials. Virtus Minerals, which acquired Chemaf’s mining assets in March for approximately $30 million from the company’s shareholders, had previously indicated that it possessed operational experience in the DRC through involvement in a copper and cobalt processing facility. However, records and industry… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Major Copper Smelters Face Extended Shutdowns, Raising Supply Concerns

April 20, 2026April 20, 2026 Constance

Extended Mopani and Chambishi Smelter Maintenance to Tighten Copper Output and Sulphuric Acid Supply in Zambia Two of Zambia’s largest copper smelters and sulphuric acid producers are expected to shut down for extended maintenance later this year, according to industry sources. The planned outages are likely to further constrain copper production and reduce supplies of sulphuric acid, a critical chemical used in processing copper and cobalt. The ongoing conflict involving Iran has already disrupted global supplies of sulphuric acid and other leaching chemicals. As a result, mining companies in neighbouring… Read More Here

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Kansanshi and Mopani Ready to Host Historic International Mine Rescue Competition

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 Constance

Zambia Prepares to Host First International Mine Rescue Competition in Africa as Kansanshi and Mopani Finalize Preparations Kansanshi Mining Plc has reached an advanced stage of readiness ahead of the International Mine Rescue Competition (IMRC), positioning itself to successfully co-host the prestigious global safety event alongside Mopani Copper Mines Plc. Extensive preparations have been undertaken to ensure compliance with international standards, with key facilities and competition areas now nearing completion. The high level of preparedness reflects a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and Zambia’s growing capacity to host world-class… Read More Here

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Trafigura Signs $1bn Oil-Backed Financing Deal with Gabon to Boost Liquidity

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 Constance

Gabon secures $1 billion oil-backed financing from Trafigura in seven-year crude supply deal to strengthen public finances and investment spending Global commodities trader Trafigura has signed a $1 billion oil-backed financing agreement with the government of Gabon, providing upfront liquidity in exchange for future crude oil deliveries over a seven-year period. Announced on Wednesday, the arrangement will see Trafigura extend prepayment financing to the Gabonese state while acting as the exclusive buyer of the country’s “profit oil” the share of crude allocated to the government after production costs are recovered… Read More Here