SEG opens HQ near Denver
The Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) has opened the doors at its new headquarters in Littleton, Colo., a suburb of Denver.The building was the result of several anonymous donations totalling more …
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BGS publishes survey
The British Geological Survey (BGS) has published its 22nd volume of World Mineral Statistics.The statistics were compiled in 1994-1998 and cover most internationally traded mineral commodities.”Many …
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Nickel continues steady recovery
Metals traded thinly during the report period July 3-7, partly reflecting the American Independence Day holiday. Aluminum, copper and zinc drifted toward the lower end of their recent narrow ranges, w…
Correction (July 17, 2000)
In our July 10 issue, we erred in stating that Explorations Minire du Nord (MDN-T) holds a back-in right for a 20% interest in the Tulawaka project, in addition to its existing 30% stake. In holds no…
Newmont targets RDN for grassroots work
Newmont Exploration of Canada, a wholly owned subsidiary of Newmont Mining (NEM-N), is exploring the RDN property in northwestern British Columbia for gold-silver mineralization.The major can earn an …
Pioneer tests uranium prospects
Junior Pioneer Metals (PSM-T) has begun a summer exploration program at its Riou Lake uranium project in northern Saskatchewan.The company holds 19 claims covering 54.7 sq. km on the northern rim of t…
Black Swan trenches Fazenda Marques
Black Swan Resources (BSW-T) has renewed its search for alluvial diamonds along the Paranaiba River in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state.At the Fazenda Marques property, the first of seven trenches is being…
Grade upped at Camorra
Higher grades at the La Camorra gold operation in Bolivar state, Venezuela, have translated into record production figures for Hecla Mining (HL-N).In April, the head grade at the underground mine was …