Chinese set Feb 2 deadline on Kalahari bid
CGNPC has set a February 2 deadline on its offer for Kalahari Minerals, which may trigger a $2.2bn bid for Kalahari's Australian subsidiary Extract Resources Ltd as early as March.
Appeal against MWS’ water licence dismissed
First Uranium Corporation says the appeal lodged against Mine Waste Solutions' water use licence has been dismissed.
French nuclear plants need more safety
France's 58 nuclear reactors are safe, but safety systems must be improved quickly to prepare for extreme situations, says the French nuclear safety authority.
Rio Tinto extends Hathor offer
Resources giant Rio Tinto has again extended its offer to acquire all the common shares of Hathor Exploration for C$4.70 per share until January 6 2012.
CoAL sells NiMag in management buyout
Coal of Africa has agreed to the sale of the NiMag Group of companies, consisting of Nimag and Metalloy Resources Investments, by way of a management buyout.
Firestone appoints Tebeila as chairman
Firestone Energy has confirmed the appointment of Timothy Tebeila as its new chairman, following the resignation of David Perkins.
Wescoal suffered ‘relentless campaign’
Coal producer Wescoal successfully had orders for its liquidation set aside after the High Court found the company had faced a 'relentless campaign' from Sutha Civils and BSM Mining.
Keaton given nod for Leeuw Mining takeover
Keaton Energy Holdings says the Minister of Mineral Resources has consented to a change in control of Leeuw Mining and Exploration.
Universal Coal pitches for Eskom business
Universal Coal is in discussions with Eskom to supply the Kusile power station from its planned Kangala mine, despite the fact Anglo American holds that contract.
BHP Billiton Energy Coal in BEE deal
BHP Billiton Energy Coal SA has entered into an empowerment transaction with a black-owned consortium led by the Pembani Group.