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FEATURED: Barrick cleared to restart Porgera | Canada court ruling on environmental impact law | Newcrest investors approve Newmont takeover

October 13th, 2023 MINING NEWS DIGEST   Barrick cleared to restart Porgera gold mine in Papua New Guinea Barrick was granted a special mining lease by the island country's Governor General, clearing the way for the 700,000 oz. per year operation to return to production.   Supreme Court of Canada rules federal environmental impact law is unconstitutional Impact Assessment Act enables Ottawa to regulate energy, mining and other project proposals based on effects that fall into federal jurisdiction – such as on Indigenous peoples,...   Newcrest investors strongly approve $17 billion Newmont takeover The proposed deal is the third largest ever involving an Australian company.   Miners see value in EU focus on ESG but face red tape hurdles Compliance with ESG standards are increasingly important to keep commitments from institutional investors such as pension funds.   JV Article: Novo Resources digs into the Pilbara Western Australia's Pilbara region is traditionally known for its massive iron ore deposits. But over the last 10 years, exploration for gold […]   Raising capital now biggest risk to mining companies after ESG The massive capital outlays required by the green energy transition have become a top mining boardroom agenda item, says new survey.   Pan American Silver plans La Colorada mine restart after robbery Last week the miner suspended all operating activities at La Colorada after reporting an armed robbery involving two trailers of concentrate.   Miners seek partners for copper assets as M&A heats up A flurry of copper mining deals are being lined up for the next six to 12 months, industry sources told Reuters.   Vale weighs base metals IPO in three to four years Vale is not seeking new partners for its Base Metals unit following a recent equity sale, CEO said.   BHP averts strike at Escondida mine with preliminary union deal In late September, the union's members rejected a proposal from the company, prompting government mediation to avoid a work stoppage.   Copper is top bet for base metals in 2024 at LME seminar Copper got 53% of votes in an informal poll at the LME Seminar.   Aboriginal elders suspend Rio Tinto site survey over heritage concerns Western Australia is set to overturn its 2021 Aboriginal cultural heritage protection laws, introduced on July 1, due to opposition from landowners.   Stellantis, Rio Tinto raise bets on Argentina copper mining The fresh funds may give McEwen Copper more breathing space before going public.   Centamin unveils new mine plan for Sukari targeting over 500,000 oz. gold per year Sukari is Egypt's largest and first modern gold mine.   Five 'good practices' for integrating ESG in mining The term ESG has been instrumental in driving awareness about sustainability and responsible business practices.     You are receiving this email because this email was subscribed to the MINING.com News Digest List. You may manage your subscription, or unsubscribe at any time. This email was sent to you by MINING.COM Copyright © 2023 . All rights reserved.