ReElement expands lithium refinery focus

ReElement Technologies, an American Resources subsidiary, has expanded its focus at its Kentucky lithium refinery to include production of ultra-pure rare earth elements and byproducts from coal and other mining waste. ReElement previously announced the closing of $150 million in financing for its Kentucky-based refinery, initially focused on processing lithium from domestic and international suppliers into battery-grade lithium. The company…

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Artemis pours first gold, silver at Blackwater

Canadian miner Artemis Gold has completed its first pour of gold and silver at its Blackwater open-pit mine in central British Columbia. “While still in commissioning, Blackwater’s crushing circuit has displayed sustained crushing operations above its prescribed nameplate throughput. The milling circuit is also performing in line with expectations at this stage of the commissioning and ramp-up phase,” said Jeremy…

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NMA reveals polling on domestic mining support

The following is a statement from the National Mining Association and was released the same day as the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. It has been edited only for style. As President Donald J. Trump is sworn in as our 47th President of the United States, new polling conducted by Maru Public Opinion for the National Mining Association (NMA)…

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Alberta lifts coal moratorium

Alberta’s government has ended a 2022 moratorium on new coal exploration and development on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, reported The Canadian Press. Energy Minister Brian Jean said the move will “reduce regulatory confusion” around coal mining. Alberta repealed its 1976 coal policy and issued new exploration leases in 2020, only to put nearly all new projects on…

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Newmont offloads Porcupine operation

Newmont has agreed to sell its Porcupine gold operation in Ontario, Canada, to Discovery Silver for up to $425 million in total consideration. The transaction is part of the miner’s ongoing program to divest its non-core assets. “Today’s announcement represents a significant milestone for Newmont as we have agreed to sell the final non-core operation from our divestiture program,” said…

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Liebherr to expand U.S. facility

From demolition to groundwork and crane lifts, Liebherr equipment plays an integral role in every phase of the upgrade and expansion project at Liebherr’s mining truck manufacturing facility in Hampton Roads, Va. The Newport News, Va., location has played a crucial role in fulfilling the growing demand for Liebherr products both locally and globally since Liebherr’s expansion to North America…

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CONSOL, Arch now Core Natural Resources

The merger of CONSOL Energy with Arch Resources to create a new operator, Core Natural Resources, which was announced last August, has now been completed. The transaction, which was supported by more than 99% of the companies’ stockholders, was effectively closed on January 14; Arch shares ceased trading the same day and new CNR trades were effective the following day.…

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Mines and Money Miami readies to convene

Mines and Money Miami 2025, which promises a key mix of industry delegates from leading, mid-tier, and junior mining companies, as well as investors, OEMS, governmental representatives from across the Americas, tech companies, banks, legal firms, and other stakeholders, is almost ready to open its doors. The event is taking place February 20-21 at the James L. Knight Center with…

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