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Tharisa meets FY2026 guidance, Karo Platinum fully funded as net debt swings to $51m
Tharisa has reported full-year production in line with guidance for both platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome concentrates, while confirming its Karo Platinum project in Zimbabwe is now fully funded following a $300 million bond issue.
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Israel’s diamond sector poised for revival following tax reforms and De Beers comeback
De Beers, one of the world's major diamond market players, has announced the resumption of its operations in Israel after a nine-year absence, which became the latest sign of revival of the diamond industry in the country.
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Kefi Gold and Copper restarts Tulu Kapi development after safety review
Kefi Gold and Copper has resumed development at its Tulu Kapi gold project in Ethiopia following a suspension that began on September 7 after a serious safety incident three days earlier.
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Nornickel implements smart melt monitoring system
Norilsk Nickel has installed a smart melt monitoring system at its metallurgical plant in Norilsk in collaboration with Reksoft. The system uses computer vision to assist the converter operator in identifying phases during the tapping process.
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ALROSA to help amplify Arctic agenda at UN
In preparation for the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31), ALROSA experts and other stakeholders from Russia discussed a unified approach to strengthening the country’s position and the Arctic agenda at UN climate conferences.
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De Beers Files Lobbying Disclosure Form
03 april 2023
(jckonline.com) - On March 21, De Beers PLC—the diamond giant’s parent—filed a lobbying disclosure form, so its executives could talk to U.S. government officials about “diamond sourcing and provenance issues.” A company spokesperson tells JCK: “In light of the recent statement from G7 nations, Ambassador James C. O’Brien and members of the State Department have been engaging with industry members in the U.S. ahead of stated intentions to add additional requirements on diamonds imported into the G7 countries. De Beers Group representatives met with Ambassador O’Brien and his team as part of these engagements.”
This U.S. Government Official Wants To Block Russian Diamonds (So Be Ready)
03 april 2023
(jckonline.com) - On March 17, Ambassador James C. O’Brien, head of the U.S. Office of Sanctions Coordination, spoke at the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) luncheon, where he made it clear that the U.S. government, in cooperation with the other Group of Seven (G-7) nations, will tighten current Russian diamond sanctions.
Why is hydrogen a new demand driver for platinum?
31 march 2023
(miningreview.com) - The need to decarbonise is more acute than ever and platinum-based technologies have a significant role to play in the energy transition.
What Natural Diamond Supply Could Look Like in 2030
30 march 2023
(gjepc.org) - The natural diamond supply is expected to continue decreasing through the end of the decade due to legacy mines reaching depletion and closures. However, there are still several world-class mines that will contribute significantly to global supply. This article will explore what the natural diamond supply might look like in 2030 based on the analysis of diamond industry expert Paul Zimnisky.
Britain Slightly Sorry About Koh-i-Nor
29 march 2023
(idexonline.com) - Britain has finally said sorry to India for taking the Koh-i-Nor diamond. Not quite sorry enough to give it back. But sorry enough to acknowledge that in its imperial zeal it may have somewhat overstepped the mark in forcing a 10-year-old boy to hand over the gem. And the entire Punjab state while he was at it. More has been written about this 105.6-carat oval-cut Golconda gem than any other diamond. It is without question the most famous and most disputed diamond on the planet. So when its owner/guardian appears to soften its position for the first time in 174 years, I think it's worth making at least a small fuss.
