DMR’s beneficiation plan takes shape
Tax incentives and promises to prioritise infrastructure form part of government’s strategy to attract buy-in for the state’s proposed mineral beneficiation plan, says Mines Minister Susan Shabangu.
Xstrata upbeat over commodities outlook
Xstrata is confident in the medium- and long-term outlook for commodity markets, says CEO Mick Davis.
Sentula sees improved performance
Sentula Mining is expecting to report a rise in full-year earnings, and also sees better margins in its current financial year.
Aurora assets to be audited for sale
The assets of mines owned by the stricken Aurora group are being inspected and sale negotiations opened.
Germany won’t draw followers for nuclear plan
A German plan to shut all nuclear reactors by 2022 is unlikely to inspire many imitators abroad, experts say.
Rockwell makes operating profit
Rockwell Diamonds has returned to profitability, although actual production fell short of internal management targets during the year to end-February.
Trans Hex to post a loss
Trans Hex shares rose nearly 6% on the JSE today despite the release of a trading statement showing the diamond company would report a loss of R45.1m for the year to end-March.
Aurora liquidators deny bias claims
Aurora Empower Systems was never given preference because of its political connections, axed Pamodzi Gold liquidator Enver Motala says.
Cyber attack warning for resource firms
The Australian government says high-tech threats against resource and other firms are intensifying.
ArcelorMittal joins Kumba in fight against ICT
ArcelorMittal SA has decided to join Kumba in its legal battle against Imperial Crown Trading.