Num says Implats faces strike
The National Union of Mineworkers says it is heading for a strike at Impala Platinum because of a wage dispute.
Amplats sees higher headline earnings
Anglo American Platinum says first-half headline earnings are expected to increase slightly because of higher sales and prices.
Anglo Platinum facing strike action
No wage negotiation season would be complete without threats of unprecedented strike action with Anglo Platinum the latest to come into the sights of unions.
Sylvania to sell iron ore assets
Platinum company says no value is being given to its iron ore assets in the share price and would rather focus on developing its platinum prospects.
Lonmin ‘set’ for 950,000 oz target
All is in place to achieve an output target of 950,000 ounces by 2015, says platinum producer Lonmin.
Platmin expects prolonged disruption
Operations at the Pilanesburg platinum mine belonging to Platmin will be disrupted for some time, following an illegal disruption by employees of the mining contractor.
Platmin halts work at Pilanesberg
Platmin has suspended mining operations at its Pilanesberg platinum mine, says the group.
Union seeks 20% wage hikes from Anglo Plat
The National Union of Mineworkers says it will push for a 20% wage increase from Anglo American Platinum.
‘Scared’ miners do most for upliftment
Some Zimbabwean mines have the best regional social projects - probably because mining groups operate in fear of the country’s government, says a research group.
Tough times for PGM miners, despite outlook
Platinum is the sector of South Africa’s mining industry generally held to have the best-looking future. But you wouldn’t know that judging by recent developments.