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BlueScope warns of coronavirus hit
BlueScope Steel has reported a 70 per cent plunge in first-half net profit after falls in steel prices and warns the coronavirus outbreak will “heavily impact” its China business.
Alumina profit halves on less China demand
Alumina's full-year adjusted net profit has halved as weaker Chinese demand hurt prices of alumina but the Australian miner says it expects some recovery in 2020.
Political climate plummets Whitehaven profits
Increased trade disputes between China and the US have resulted in Whitehaven Coal reporting a 91 per cent drop in net profits, from $305.8 million down to $27.4 million.
Three new directors strengthen Rio Tinto board
Rio Tinto has announced the appointed of three new independent non-executive directors to the board, broadening its diversity, skillset and expertise.
Rio Tinto to buy third RFDS jet for WA
A new state-of-the-art jet is set to join the Western Australian aeromedical fleet of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) following a further $15 million investment by Rio Tinto.
Newmont brings autonomy to Boddington
Newmont Corporation has announced that its Board of Directors unanimously approved investment in an Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at Boddington in Australia to enhance safety and productivity, while also extending mine life. Once fully operational in 2021, Boddington will be the world’s first open pit gold mine with an autonomous haul truck fleet.
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Simplifying supply chains
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