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Rio's 2019 iron ore shipments hit 327.4mt
The mining giant announced this morning that Pilbara iron ore shipments fell three per cent from 2018, reaching 327.4 million tonnes.
Reus secures drilling contact
Nova Limited have announced the engagement of drilling contractor, Ruen Drilling, to progress their Korbel deposit.
New FMG Shanghai office strengthens China link
Fortescue Metals Group has officially opened its new office in Shanghai, after setting up a China-based sales entity last year.
Trainees dig in for mining experience
For the first time in a decade, mining company Alcoa has offered nine year-long traineeships at its mine near Pinjarra and has hired two people from Rockingham for the job.
Cyclone threat to support higher iron ore prices
Iron ore prices are likely to remain elevated above US$90 ($130) a tonne for weeks as cyclone-related disruptions in Western Australia crimp supply and Chinese steel mills continue re-stocking ahead of the country’s traditional New Year celebrations.
World’s biggest ore-handling plant taking shape
BHP says its $US3.6 billion ($5.2 billion) South Flank iron ore replacement project in the Pilbara is more than 55 per cent complete.
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