Ganfeng Lithium Commences Production at the Mariana Project in Salta
Ganfeng Lithium has begun production at the Mariana Project and inaugurated its processing plant in Salta, marking a major milestone for Argentina’s lithium industry.
Magazine
Copper: Los Azules Requests Admission to Argentina's Incentive Regime for Large Investments
McEwen Copper Inc., a subsidiary of McEwen Mining Inc. announced today that its subsidiary Andes Corporación Minera S.A., has applied for admission of the Los Azules copper project to Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime (“RIGI”).
Diablillos: Encouraging Drilling Results at the Cerro Viejo Target
Promising results in the exploration of Diablillos. The first drill holes at Cerro Viejo confirm a high-grade mineralized system with gold, silver, and copper, showing significant exploration potential.
With a US$400 Million Investment, Genneia Advances a Key Project for Mining Electrification in Salta
Renewable energy company Genneia announced progress in the development of a new electrical interconnection line in Salta Province, with an investment exceeding US$400 million. The initiative aims to improve grid access for mining projects in the region, focusing on the growth of green lithium production and the energy supply for copper developments in the province.
Upcoming Events
Join our mining community!
Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive news, insights, and updates on the mining industry and Panorama Minero's latest initiatives.
Mining in Jujuy: Lithium Growth and Extended Operations at Chinchillas Silver Mine
In an interview with Jujuy's Secretary of Mining and Hydrocarbons, José Gómez, the 2024 mining outlook for the province was positive, highlighting Exar’s production of 25,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate, Rio Tinto’s acquisition of Arcadium Lithium, and the imminent extension of Chinchillas’ operational life.
Santa Cruz: Gold Discovery Reported at La Flora Project
Junior mining company Latin Metals Inc. has reported positive exploration results at the La Flora Project, located within the Cerro Bayo district in Santa Cruz Province.
With a US$559 Million Investment, San Jorge Puts Mendoza on the Global Copper Map
The environmental impact report (EIA) adjustment for PSJ Cobre Mendocino, formerly known as San Jorge, has been presented. The project entails a US$559 million investment and could become the first mining project in Mendoza to be incorporated into Argentina’s Large Investment Incentive Program (RIGI).
Lithium: Argentina Lithium Reports New Exploration Results at Rincon West
Canadian company Argentina Lithium & Energy Corp, a member of the Grosso Group, has announced positive results from its fourteenth exploration well at the Rincon West Project, located in Salta Province. A total of 16 representative brine samples, collected in 2.5 to 3-meter intervals over a 225-meter section in well RW-DDH-14, recorded lithium concentrations ranging from 277 to 379 mg/l.
India Strengthens Its Interest in Argentine Mining with a Focus on Lithium and Strategic Cooperation
India's Secretary of Mining, V.L. Kantha Rao, visited Argentina and met with his Argentine counterpart, Luis Lucero, along with representatives from the national government and mining-active provinces. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also included key industry business leaders and institutions. Bilateral relations between both countries have strengthened in recent years, driven by India's interest in investing in lithium, copper, and gold, as well as in the energy sector. Strategic cooperation aims to foster joint projects and explore opportunities for business, institutional, and scientific integration.
CES 2025: Technology as the Cornerstone of Future Industries
The Consumer Electronics Show 2025, held from January 7 to 10 in Las Vegas, reaffirmed its position as the global epicenter of technological innovation.
San Juan: Milicic Launches a New Development Phase at Veladero Mine
Construction and services company Milicic has begun a new chapter in its collaboration with the Veladero mine, located in the Iglesia department of San Juan province. This project, part of Phase 8A of the Leach Valley expansion, will involve 800 workers and will last for four months, from January to April.
Catamarca: YMAD Launches New Tender for Farallón Negro Mine
The intergovernmental mining company YMAD has launched Public Tender No. 001/25 for the execution of ventilation shafts using the raise boring method at the Farallón Negro Mining and Industrial Complex, located in the Belén department of Catamarca province. The tender is aimed at companies specializing in underground mining technology as part of a key on-site infrastructure project.
NGEx Minerals Expands Exploration at Lunahuasi Following Outstanding Copper and Gold Intersections in San Juan
Vancouver-based exploration company NGEx Minerals Ltd. has announced exceptional results from Phase 3 of its drilling program at the Lunahuasi project, located in the province of San Juan, Argentina. This high-grade copper, gold, and silver project is 100% owned by the company. The results have prompted an expansion of the drilling program to 25,000 meters, with two additional drill rigs to be added in February, bringing the total to eight rigs in operation.
Pampa Metals Further Extends Porphyry at Piuquenes Central and Commences Drilling at Piuquenes East
Pampa Metals Corp. announced that PIU-05 2025DDH (PIU-05) has been completed to a depth of 1,104.5 m. PIU-05 was the 2nd diamond drillhole of the 2024/25 program at the Piuquenes copper-gold porphyry project in San Juan province. A 3rd drillhole has now commenced at Piuquenes East.
Trump Sworn in as U.S. President Again: Implications for the Energy Transition and Global Mining
Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, marking the beginning of his non-consecutive second term. His return to power has sparked expectations and debates around key policies such as international trade and mining, both of which hold strategic importance for the years ahead. Argentine President Javier Milei’s attendance at the inauguration underscores potential ties between the new administration and Argentina, a pivotal player in supplying essential resources for the energy transition.
Local Development: Glencore Pachón Trains Calingasta Residents with a Focus on Industrial Projects
The mining company Glencore Pachón, in collaboration with the construction firm Peri, conducted a training course on scaffolding assembly and use for residents of Calingasta, located in the province of San Juan. The initiative, which involved 22 participants, aims to strengthen technical and safety skills required for construction work, particularly in the context of large-scale mining projects.
China Dominates Mining Exports from Argentina's NOA Region in 2024
The provinces of Northwestern Argentina (NOA), comprising Catamarca, Jujuy, and Salta, continue to solidify their position as a strategic hub for national mining, with mining exports in November 2024 reaching US$146 million. This performance marked a year-on-year growth of 31.4%, driven primarily by an increase in lithium export volumes, one of the region's most prominent resources.
Copper: BHP and Lundin Mining finalize the acquisition of Filo Corp
In a move that reinforces their position in the global mining industry, BHP and Lundin Mining have completed the acquisition of Filo Corp., a company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the owner of the Filo del Sol (FDS) copper project, located in the Vicuña district between Argentina and Chile. This step marks a key milestone in the expansion of both giants in the copper market, a critical mineral for the energy transition and global technological growth.
Cerrado Gold: Minera Don Nicolás produced 54,494 GEO in 2024
Cerrado Gold announced the gold production results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024 for the Don Nicolás mine, located in the Santa Cruz province.
YPF Luz and Central Puerto Drive Key Energy Project for Mining in Northwest Argentina
Companies to invest between US$250 and US$400 million in strategic electric infrastructure.
Challenger Gold Completes Strategic Placement and Initiates Processing Agreement at Casposo
Australian company Challenger Gold (ASX: CEL) announced the completion of a strategic placement for US$6.6 million with an entity controlled by Eduardo Elsztain, who becomes the company's largest shareholder with a 12.7% stake. Additionally, the initial payment of US$2 million was made under the Toll Processing Agreement with Casposo Argentina Mining Limited, securing the processing of 150,000 tons of Hualilán material annually for three years, with a total guaranteed capacity of 450,000 tons.