Author name: Oliver Harris

Norway’s abrupt decision to suspend plans for deep-sea mining has sent shockwaves through the mining and environmental sectors alike. The Socialist Left Party, a key ally of the centre-left government, announced that “there will be no announcement of

The image circulating on social media, depicting a chasm in the earth stretching over two miles and plunging nearly 2,000 feet deep, serves as a stark reminder of the mining industry’s environmental impact. While the post incorrectly attributes this

In a bold move that could reshape the global mining landscape, a state-owned Chinese company is gearing up to conduct what is believed to be the world’s first large-scale mining experiment in international waters, specifically targeting manganese nod

Fortescue Metals Group is making waves in the mining sector with its recent $400 million order for over 100 electric equipment assets from Chinese heavy equipment giant XCMG. This monumental deal, the largest single equipment export in XCMG’s history

India’s recent foray into offshore mineral auctions marks a watershed moment for the nation’s mining industry, signaling an ambitious shift towards harnessing the untapped wealth beneath its vast maritime territory. With thirteen blocks up for grabs,

Hindustan Zinc Limited recently made waves at the 43rd India International Trade Fair in Delhi, showcasing its cutting-edge mining operations and commitment to sustainable practices. As the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer and third-la

The recent announcement from the Geological Bureau of Hunan Province has sent shockwaves through the mining world. A massive gold deposit has been unearthed in Pingjiang County, boasting an estimated 1,000 metric tons of gold, valued at a staggering

The latest issue of the Technology Metals Report (TMR), a publication by the Critical Minerals Institute (CMI), has dropped some serious insights on the ever-evolving landscape of critical minerals and technology metals. This week, the spotlight is o

Japan’s recent discovery off the coast of Minami-Tori-shima Island marks a seismic shift in the nation’s resource landscape. Researchers from the University of Tokyo, in collaboration with the Nippon Foundation, have unearthed a staggering $26.29 bil

The small-scale LNG market is on the brink of a significant transformation, projected to grow from $18.94 billion in 2024 to a staggering $25.99 billion by 2028, with a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. This growth is driven by a con