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Glencore CEO Gary Nagle is hoping a recent surge in coal prices will help bring Rio Tinto back to the table...

China widens BHP iron ore ban amid contract talks,...

China has widened a ban on BHP iron ore for the second time in two weeks, escalating a months-long contract...

Peru approves environmental study for $3.4 billion...

Peru on Wednesday approved an environmental study for Buenaventura, one of Peru’s largest mining firms, to...

Florence Copper produces first copper cathode...

Florence Copper announced the successful harvest of its first copper cathode in Florence, AZ, marking the...

Australia’s Lynas revamps deal to supply rare earths to...

Australia’s Lynas Rare Earths has revamped its supply agreement with Japan Australia Rare Earths, securing a...

Meet SME’s 2026 president: Mary Korpi...

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Find Forward-Thinking Perspectives at MN 2026

Take advantage of relevant technical sessions and endless networking opportunities at the 2026 SME Minnesota Conference this April in Duluth, MN.

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Take advantage of relevant technical sessions and endless networking opportunities at the 2026 SME Minnesota Conference this April in Duluth, MN.

Check Out Our Newest Titles

Grab a copy of exciting new works covering The Art and Science of the Flowsheet, Modeling and Simulation of Mineral Processing Systems, and more!

Check Out Our Newest Titles

Grab a copy of exciting new works covering The Art and Science of the Flowsheet, Modeling and Simulation of Mineral Processing Systems, and more!

Mentors and Mentees Wanted!

Enrollment for the SME Mentoring Program is open through March 23, 2026. Make a difference and connect with the people driving the industry.

Mentors and Mentees Wanted!

Enrollment for the SME Mentoring Program is open through March 23, 2026. Make a difference and connect with the people driving the industry.

Announcing the 2026 SME Media Contest Winners

Highlighting cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and the transformative impact of innovation on mining operations.

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