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Eskay Creek gold/silver project, Canada
A definitive feasibility study has demonstrated a robust project with industry-leading economics for a conventional openpit mining and milling operation.
Manganese sulphate plant, China
The project entails the construction of a 72 000 t/y of battery-grade manganese sulphate equivalent.
Ingrandes Foundry green hydrogen hub, France
Ingarndes Foundry plans to dismantle its existing foundry infrastructure to make it compatible with the proposed industrialisation process.
Karibib lithium project – Phase 1, United Arab Emirates
Lepidico aims to produce 4 350 t/y of lithium hydroxide after ramp-up.
Electric vehicle plant, South Korea
The electric vehicle plant is Hyundai Motor Company’s first new plant in South Korea in 29 years.
Broken Hill cobalt project, Australia – update
Rimfire Pacific has more than doubled the size of its Broken Hill project.
Falchani lithium project, Peru – update
American Lithium has reported that construction could begin by late 2024 or late 2025.
Coega green ammonia project, South Africa – update
Hive Hydrogen South Africa aims to establish a green ammonia plant that will produce more than 900 000 t/y, using its own dedicated power supply.
K.Hill battery-grade manganese project, Botswana – update
Giyani Metals has secured financing from South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation to advance the project.
Kayelekera uranium restart project, Malawi – update
Lotus Resources is targeting a potential restart at the project in late 2025.
Kipushi zinc/copper/silver/ mine, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
Ivanhoe Mines has signed a new joint venture agreement with State-owned mining company Gécamines to restart the high-grade zinc/copper/silver mine.
Lake Maitland uranium/vanadium project, Australia – update
Toro has initiated a refresh and update of the scoping study.
Longonjo neodymium/praseodymium project, Angola – update
Angolan sovereign wealth fund Fundo Soberano de Angola has said that it is “delighted to see the excellent progress” being made on site.
Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project, South Africa – update
Rainbow Rare Earths has announced progress with its Phalaborwa pilot plant.
Richards Bay liquid natural gas bulk terminal, South Africa – update
Transnet National Port Authority has selected Vopak & TPL Consortium Venture to design, develop, build, finance, operate and maintain the liquefied natural gas terminal for 25 years.
Robe Mesa iron-ore project, Australia – update
Tulu Kapi gold project, Ethiopia – update
The full project launch, including funding drawdown, is on course for the first half of 2024.
Vidalia further expansion project, US – update
Syrah Resources has reported a slight delay in the production of active anode material at the project.
Beyondie sulphate of potash (SoP) project expansion, Australia – update
Reward Minerals is seeking to raise about A$22.8-million through an entitlement shares offer.
Dangote petroleum refinery, Nigeria – update
The Dangote refinery has received its sixth shipment of barrels of crude oil supplied by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation.
Dugbe gold project, Liberia – update
Hummingbird Resources completed the conversion of its 51% interest in the Dugbe gold project into a 51% controlling interest in TSX-V-listed Pasofino Gold in December 2023.
Etango-8 uranium project, Namibia – update
Namibia's Ministry of Mines and Energy granted Bannerman Energy a mining licence for its Etango uranium project in December 2023.
Holmaneset project, Norway – update
The European Union has chosen to significantly invest in the project.
Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
The Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex produced 393 551 t of copper in concentrate in 2023, aligning with the production guidance range of 390 000 t to 430 000 t.
Kanmantoo underground project – Stage 1, Australia – update
Khemisset potash project, Morocco – update
Emmerson is still awaiting a session of the country’s Commission Ministérielle de Pilotage to obtain environmental- and social-impact assessment approval for the project, the company outlined in an...
Longonjo neodymium/praseodymium project, Angola – update
Pensana has made significant strides at the Longonjo mine ahead of main construction starting later this year.
Mphanda Nkuwa hydropower project, Mozambique – update
A consortium comprising EDF, TotalEnergies and Sumitomo Corporation has announced that it has been selected as strategic partner by the government of Mozambique.
Pebble copper/gold/molybdenum/silver/rhenium project, US – update
Northern Dynasty Minerals has reported that the US Supreme Court has denied Alaska’s petition to review its claims that the Environmental Protection Act veto of the Pebble project was illegal.
Samphire uranium project, Australia – update
Alligator Energy has said that its planned 2024 field recovery trial is expected to assist in further derisking and optimising the technical aspect of the project.
Savannah nickel project, Australia – update
Panoramic Resources went into voluntary administration on December 14, 2023.
Thunderbird mineral sands project, Australia – update
The first shipment of zircon concentrate from the project has set sail.
Tumas uranium project, Namibia – update
A review of the definitive feasibility study has validated the commercial viability of the project as a long-term, high-margin and globally significant uranium operation.
Twin Hills gold project, Namibia – update
Dundee intends to advance all remaining engineering activities for Twins Hills to reach a construction decision by the third quarter of 2024.
Pallas research reactor, the Netherlands
Spanish construction firm FCC Construcción has been contracted to build the Pallas research reactor.
Airport Business Park, South Africa
The 19.5 ha development will offer a full spectrum of industrial and commercial warehousing solutions.
Endeavor silver/zinc/lead mine restart project, Australia
A restart study has demonstrated strong technical and robust economic support to restart silver/lead/zinc concentrate production at the mine.
Wonarah direct shipping ore project, Australia
A direct shipping ore feasibility study has demonstrated the strong economics of the project and shown a low technical risk.
Sekelduin substation project, Namibia
Sekelduin substation project will see the the design, manufacture, supply, installation and commissioning of specialised switchgear and substation protection, as well as automation systems for a...
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