In a significant strategic move and one of the biggest transactions in the copper sector this year, Lundin Mining Corporation and BHP have agreed to acquire Filo Corp. in a deal valued at C$4.500 billion.
The Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM) issued a statement this Monday calling on mining provinces to join the Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI).
Australian lithium firm Lake Resources has reported that its partner, Lilac Solutions, has unveiled improvements in its Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology, aimed at facilitating the commercial-scale production of the lithium Kachi project located in Catamarca.
Puna Mining and Argosy announced the suspension of its 2,000 tpa lithium plant to optimize resources and focus on the expansion of the Rincón project, located in Salta.
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Barrick Gold Corporation has announced the production and sales volume of its iconic Veladero mine, located in the province of San Juan, in which it holds a 50% stake alongside its Chinese partner Shandong Gold. During the last quarter, the mine produced 56,000 ounces of gold, reaching a total of 113,000 ounces year-to-date. In terms of sales, Barrick reported the commercialization of 68,000 ounces of gold produced at Veladero during the second quarter (Q2), bringing the total to 101,000 ounces sold in 2024.
Cerrado Gold has announced the Q2 production results for the Don Nicolás mine, located in the province of Santa Cruz.
The Productivity Board of San Juan, an organization that encompasses the Industrial Union of San Juan, the Mining Chamber of San Juan, the Argentine Chamber of Construction, and the Foreign Trade Chamber of San Juan, has issued a statement highlighting the importance of unity and commitment to ensure the economic development of the province and the country: "The RIGI is crucial to attract major investment projects."
In a recent statement, Austral Gold CEO Stabro Kasaneva announced the latest update on the mineral resources at the Casposo project.
AbraSilver has announced the first set of assay results from its fully funded Phase IV drilling program totaling 20,000 meters at its Diablillos gold-silver project located in Salta.
Australian company Argosy Minerals Limited (ASX: AGY) has announced the signing of a sales contract with a Korean chemical company for the commercialization of 20 metric tons of lithium carbonate. This battery-quality product has been produced at their 2,000 tons per year (tpa) plant located in Salta, Argentina.
Lithium projects in Argentina are at a crucial stage as they are brought online amid a context of falling prices and the need to accelerate production to meet future demands.
Interview with Amanda Hall, CEO of the DLE tech-group Summit Nanotech, about the inflection points that the lithium industry is experiencing today.
The 21st edition of PwC’s “Mine 2024” report offers a detailed analysis of the current landscape and future prospects of the global mining industry. Among other conclusions, the document highlights the fundamental role of major companies in the sector in addressing global challenges such as food security, the transition to a low-carbon economy, and the growing demand for infrastructure and consumer goods.
On Monday night, President Javier Milei signed the "Pacto de Mayo" in Tucumán, an agreement with both supporters and opponents of his government, aiming for a foundational shift.
With the presence of the Governor of Salta, Gustavo Sáenz, Eramine Sudamérica, a subsidiary of the French group Eramet (50.1%) and its Chinese partner Tsingshan (49.9%), inaugurated its lithium carbonate production plant this Wednesday. This marks the first of its kind in the region and the first project to enter the production phase in Salta. Additionally, it is the fourth producer in the country following in the footsteps of Olaroz and Fénix mines by Arcadium Lithium, and the Cauchari-Olaroz deposit operated by Lithium Argentina.
Simón Pérez Alsina, president of the Salta Mining Chamber, highlights the progress of the projects and the development of suppliers.
A review of the history of the copper project located in the province of San Juan, operated by Pampa Metals Inc.
During May, the latest reporting period by the Secretariat of Mining, 16 mining projects in production achieved exports worth US$372 million. This value represents a year-over-year growth of 24.5% and accounts for 97.1% of the total mining exports made during the month.
The Secretariat of Mining and Energy of Salta has issued the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Potasio y Litio Argentina S.A. (PLA S.A.) to begin the construction of a commercial plant for lithium carbonate production in the Diablillos Salar. With this permit, Salta now has six lithium projects under construction, positioning itself as a significant player in the region.
Pampa Metals Corp. provided a summary of its highly successful maiden drill program at the Piuquenes porphyry project, San Juan province. The Piuquenes project was optioned on 30 November 2023 and the Company mobilized a 3 diamond drillhole program for 2,592m on 7 December 2023.
Minsud Resources Corp. announced the receipt of assay results from five additional drillholes, which were completed as part of the ongoing Phase IV infill and scout drilling program at the Chita Valley Project, San Juan Province.