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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,…
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…
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.…
Global silver production set to rise in 2025, but mine closures pose long-term challenges

Global silver production is expected to increase by 2.0% in 2025, reaching 944 million ounces (moz). This growth is driven…
Renewable electricity adoption within mining

Mining is an energy-intensive process, and its need for consistent power has historically led to the use of fossil fuel…

Global zinc production set to rebound in 2025 amid new mine ramp-ups and restarts

After contracting by 2.8% in 2024, global zinc production is expected to recover in 2025, growing by 4.2% year-on-year to…
Global natural graphite production set to rebound in 2025 with ramp-up of major projects

Following modest growth of 1.3% in 2024, global natural graphite production is poised for a sharp rebound in 2025, with…
Global uranium production expected to grow modestly in 2025, due to temporary mine disruptions

After an estimated 12.4% rise in 2024, global uranium production is projected to grow by 2.6% to 62.2 kilotonnes in…
Copper and lithium boom reinforces Latin America’s role in the future of mining

Latin America continues to play a pivotal role in the global mining landscape, underpinned by its vast resource base and…
China’s ‘strong hand’ in trade and defence emerges as Trump declares ‘reset’

For all the drama and market unrest in the wake of the Trump administration’s ‘Liberation Day’ on 2 April, many…

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