Project ramp-ups and new projects set to lift Australia’s iron ore output in 2026
Australia is the world’s largest iron ore producer, accounting for 36.8% of global iron ore production in 2024. The country’s…
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China’s coal supply to tighten in 2026 as demand growth slows
China remained the world’s largest coal producer in 2025, with coal output increasing by 2.7% year-on-year to 4.98 billion tonnes.…
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Capacity additions to lift Indonesia’s nickel supply in 2026
Indonesia is the world’s largest nickel producer, accounting for around 65% of global output. In 2025, production is estimated to…
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Project ramp-ups and capacity expansions to increase Australian coal output in 2026
Australia’s coal mining industry remains a critical pillar of the national economy, with thermal coal accounting for more than 60%…
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Various project ramp-ups set to boost global lithium output in 2026
Global lithium production is estimated to have increased significantly by 19.7% in 2025 to reach 338,300 tonnes (t), supported by…
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Australia’s Groote Eylandt mine to support global manganese supply growth in 2026
Global manganese production remains heavily concentrated in Africa, with South Africa, Gabon, and Ghana collectively accounting for a substantial share…
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Critical minerals and policy reforms drive sustained growth in Asia Pacific’s mines
Asia Pacific is one of the world’s leading mining regions, endowed with abundant reserves, strong domestic demand and expanding downstream…
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Project ramp-ups and expansions set to lift global iron ore output in 2026
Global iron ore output is projected to increase by 1.9% in 2025 to reach 2,612.7 million tonnes (mt), up from…
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DRC and Indonesia anchor global cobalt supply growth through 2026
Cobalt production has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand and substantial investments from both the government…
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Indonesian coal output to face sustained pressure in 2026 amid demand uncertainty
Indonesia’s coal production is expected to decline by 9% in 2025, falling to around 761 million tonnes, primarily due to…