Operational recovery will drive Australia’s copper production growth in 2026
Australia’s copper production is forecast to decline in 2025, falling to 710 kilotonnes (kt), primarily due to operational disruptions at…
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Global coal production growth to slow in 2026, amid shifting supply dynamics
Global coal production in 2026 is expected to remain flat with an annual growth of 0.2% to 9,355.8 million tonnes…
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Operational recovery forecast to drive strong growth in DRC copper output in 2026
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) copper production is expected to grow moderately in 2025, supported by efficiency gains at…
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Australia’s mining sector strengthens toward 2030
Australia’s mining industry is set to enter a period of steady, production-led expansion through 2030, supported by a strong resource…
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US copper output remains steady in 2025
The US’ copper production is expected to remain largely stable in 2025 at 1,077 kilotonnes, equivalent to annual growth of…
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Africa’s mining sector poised for sustained growth driven by critical minerals and policy reforms
Africa, one of the world’s richest mining regions, continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for mineral production.…
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Global copper output to grow modestly in 2025, amid supply challenges in Australia and Indonesia
Global copper mine output is projected to grow by 2.1% in 2025 to 23.4 million tonnes, up from 22.9 million…
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China emerges as global leader in autonomous surface mining trucks
Between July 2024 and July 2025, the number of autonomous haul trucks in operation globally rose from 2,080 to 3,832,…
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Global lead production growth in 2024 driven by key mines
Global lead production reached 4,590.7 kilotonnes in 2024, up by 2.8% over 2023, with Australia, Mexico, Russia, and India contributing…
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Global platinum supply to fall in 2025, linked mainly to disruptions and mine closures
In 2025, global platinum production is expected to decline marginally, primarily driven by reduced output from South Africa and Russia.…