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Mercuria Makes $1.2 Billion Move into Kazakhstan’s Copper Sector
As global competition for copper resources intensifies amid accelerating energy transition, a major strategic partnership between Swiss commodity trading giant Mercuria Energy Group and Kazakh mining metallurgical leader Kazakhmys is set to reshape the landscape of Kazakhstan’s mining sector. Me...Read More -
Bolivia’s Mining Landscape: Key Mines and Operators
Often described as a country “sitting on a gold mine,” Bolivia holds significant mineral wealth with diverse resources and strategic importance. Below is an overview of the country’s key mining operations. 1. San Cristóbal Mine Location: Potosí Department Type: Open-pit silver, zinc, and lead mi...Read More -
Zinc Sulphate in Flotation: How to Depress Sphalerite Without Compromising Recovery
In complex polymetallic sulfide ore flotation, selectivity is everything. The challenge? Preventing sphalerite (ZnS) from floating into your lead or copper concentrate. Zinc Sulphate Heptahydrate (ZnSO₄·7H₂O) is one of the most effective depressants for sphalerite. But how it works—and how to app...Read More -
Top 10 Mining Companies in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – 2026
The DRC possesses the world’s premier copper and cobalt deposits, making it the epicenter of the global energy transition (EVs and battery technology). The mining landscape is dominated by international giants—particularly from China and Switzerland—operating through joint ventures or leases wit...Read More -
Top 10 Mining Companies in South Africa (2026)
South Africa remains a global mining powerhouse, home to the world’s deepest gold mines and the most significant reserves of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs). Below are the ten most influential mining companies in South Africa as of 2026, spanning precious metals to bulk commodities: 1. Anglo Americ...Read More -
Top 10 Mining Companies in Saudi Arabia (2025/2026)
Ma’aden (Saudi Arabian Mining Company): As the Kingdom’s flagship mining entity, Ma’aden is a state-owned, publicly listed powerhouse. It manages a diverse portfolio including gold, phosphates, aluminum, copper, and industrial minerals. Ma’aden plays a pivotal role in advancing strategic minin...Read More -
Southeast Asia: Distribution of Major Mineral Deposits
1. Distribution of Copper Resources Copper resources in Southeast Asia are primarily concentrated in Indonesia, the Philippines, the Annamite Range in Laos, and the Central Volcanic Arc of Myanmar. Indonesia: A global heavyweight in copper resources. Deposits are primarily located in the Erts...Read More -
Distribution of Mineral Resources in Selected Southeast Asian Countries
The Southeast Asian region possesses vast reserves of oil, natural gas, copper, lead, zinc, iron, chromium, manganese, antimony, gold, nickel, bauxite, potash, gypsum, tin, tungsten, and gemstones. Among these, copper, chromium, nickel, bauxite, potash, and tin are considered the region’s ...Read More -
Paraguay Mining Projects and Major Industry Players
As of February 2026, Paraguay has only one commercial mine in operation (the Paso Yobay Gold Mine). Strategic minerals such as lithium, uranium, and titanium remain in the exploration, permitting, or pilot phases. The market is currently dominated by foreign exploration firms from Canada and the ...Read More -
BHP’s Transition to “Future-Facing” Commodities (Copper, Potash, Nickel): Reducing Reliance on Traditional Iron Ore and Coal through Targeted Expansion in Africa, North America, and Lat...
1. Asset Divestment and Strategic Adjustments Restructuring U.S. Copper Assets: In February 2026, Faraday Copper announced the acquisition of 100% of BHP’s San Manuel copper assets in Arizona. As part of the deal, BHP will receive approximately a 30% equity stake in Faraday Copper, effectively ...Read More -
Geopolitical Risks as the “New Normal”: How to Position Your Logistics?
The situation in Iran is merely a microcosm of global geopolitical conflicts. In the future, European cross-border logistics will enter an era defined by “normalized risk, diversified channels, and resilience-first strategies.” To stay ahead, these four core trends must be mastered: ...Read More -
How Does the Situation in Iran Impact European Logistics?
Many are puzzled: Iran is not a mandatory transit point for European logistics, so why is the impact so significant? The key lies in two major transmission paths, which are also central to understanding the varying performance of the four major logistics channels: 1. Energy Price Transmission ...Read More
