International investor interest in Ghana’s bauxite industry has intensified, with Coal India becoming the latest overseas company to evaluate opportunities in the country as it seeks to diversify beyond coal and secure mineral assets abroad. The Indian state-controlled miner’s interest remains at...
Alcoa has moved its proposed acquisition of South32's bauxite, alumina and aluminium interests forward with a US SEC filing, with the transaction carrying an implied enterprise value of up to USD 5.6 billion. Alcoa Corporation has filed a Form S-4 registration statement with the US Securities and...
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Two environmental breach cases involving bauxite producer UC Rusal will proceed as separate trials, following a recent ruling by the St. Catherine Parish Court. Image for representational purpose On Tuesday, Acting Senior Parish Judge Janelle Nelson-Gayle informed both parties that the court could...
The Bon Ami Project in Guinea, which began back in 2018, have successfully implemented the robust and high-capacity Telestack barge loading systems, helping to meet the demanding conditions prevailing in bauxite imports. The design of the project aims towards rapid construction, which started its...
Guangxi, a key hub for China’s aluminium industry, is actively pursuing collaboration with Vietnam’s Cao Bang province in aluminium mining and processing. During recent meetings, Guangxi officials have consistently highlighted their interest in partnering with Cao Bang for the exploration,...
Australian mining firm Metro Mining has announced its performance result for Q2 FY2025, posting record bauxite shipments as well as solid growth in revenue and margin. The total volume of shipment increased by 19 per cent year-on-year, supported by a 41 per cent increase in FOB net unit revenue to...
Arrow Minerals Limited has announced a strategic amendment to its Share Purchase Option Agreement for the Niagara Bauxite Project in Guinea, underscoring its commitment to the long-term development of this key West African asset. As per the revised terms, the first milestone payment has been...
Aden Group, a global leader in integrated industrial services, has launched a pioneering deployment of sustainable bauxite refining technology at a 15,000 sqm facility in Shanxi, China. In partnership with French technological start-up IB2, this pilot represents a crucial pivot for China’s...
Canyon Resources Limited (CAY), one of Australia's largest bauxite producers, has officially started construction of its Inland Rail Facility (IRF) at Makor, Cameroon - an important milestone in the delivery of its flagship Minim Martap Bauxite Project into production. The company is also upgrading...
Canyon Resources, a company focused on bauxite development and exploration for Minim Martap in Cameroon, has announced the appointment of Adjou Ait Ben Idir as its nonexecutive director. Adjou has resumed in this role from July 14, 2025. Image source: linkedin.com Ait Ben Idir has a strong 20+...
In April 2025, India’s bauxite production increased by 13.9 per cent year-on-year, rising from 1.87 million tonnes to 2.13 million tonnes. Over the course of FY2024-25, the country produced a total of 24.7 million tonnes of bauxite, solidifying its position as the world’s fifth-largest producer,...
In a noteworthy step towards sustainable utilisation of resources across the country, Odisha Mining Corporation’s (OMC) Daitari iron ore mines and Kodingamali bauxite mines have received a "5 Star Rating" from the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) for 2023–24. This award was presented by Union Minister...
A recent announcement of the Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC 2012), Western Yilgarn Limited, has made an inferred Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for the Cardea 3 Bauxite Project. This estimate will add nearly 16.57 million tonnes to the total bauxite resource base, which at present holds 205...
As the global aluminium market braces for a new phase of industrial transition, driven by decarbonisation, electric mobility, and infrastructure growth, the mineral fuelling this surge is quietly building geopolitical weight. Bauxite, the primary ore for aluminium, is showing a reshaped reserve...
Australia Pacific bauxite operations of Rio Tinto achieved a significant milestone during the last cyclone season, as it has not faced any ‘stack outs’ or any ship diversions at the Port of Weipa. This port is located on the far north coast of Queensland in a high weather-exposed part of the...
Metro Mining Limited has reported record bauxite shipments of 589,000 wet metric tonnes (WMT) in June 2025, marking a 16 per cent year-on-year increase. The milestone comes despite operational challenges caused by restricted drafts in the Skardon River, highlighting the company’s operational...
In a significant step for Chhattisgarh's mining industry, Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai has reportedly launched the e-auction process for new blocks of bauxite, iron ore, and limestone minerals. A pre-bid conference was arranged at Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, aimed at attracting investors to encourage...
On July 1, 2025, Ma'aden, Saudi Arabian Mining Company, finalised its acquisition of almost 25.1 per cent stakes in MBAC (Ma'aden Bauxite and Alumina Company) and MAC (Ma'aden Aluminum Company), two critical pieces of Saudi Arabia's aluminum value chain. Previously, Alcoa held a 25.1 per cent...
Canyon Resources Limited recently announced that Peter Secker has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective from July 1, 2025. Peter Secker has over 40 years of experience in global mining. He has previously served as a strategic advisor to the Minim Martap Bauxite Project of central...
In a continent where 40 per cent of the world’s natural resources lie beneath the surface, only 30 per cent have been thoroughly explored. But the challenge isn’t just geology. It is in its governance. More specifically, it’s the invisible curtain shrouding Africa’s geological survey data that may...
