Mining industry Archives - MINEX Central Asia 2024

Companies & Organisations

Kazatomprom Raises 2024 Uranium Production Guidance After Strong First Half

Kazatomprom has raised its 2024 uranium production guidance after a strong first half performance.

02/08/2024

Industry News

Chromium’s Vital Role and Growing Demand in Global Industries

Chromium's critical role in various industries is driving its demand and production despite increasing costs and regulatory challenges.

12/07/2024

Industry News

Tajikistan’s Mining Industry Surges with 18% Growth in Early 2024

Tajikistan's mining industry grew by over 18% in the first four months of 2024, reflecting its economic and strategic significance.

24/06/2024

Industry News

Junior Mining Companies in Kazakhstan to Transition from Mineral Extraction Tax to Royalties in 2025

Kazakhstan's junior mining companies will transition from the Mineral Extraction Tax to royalties starting in 2025, marking a significant reform in the country's mining industry.

12/06/2024

Companies & Organisations

Glencore Considers Selling Stake in Kazakh Mining Company Kazzinc

Glencore is considering selling its stake in Kazakh mining company Kazzinc, potentially valued at several billion dollars.

06/06/2024

Companies & Organisations

KAZ Minerals Reports First Quarter Results for Current Year

KAZ Minerals produced 94,000 tons of copper in the first quarter of this year, marking an 8% decrease from the previous quarter.

03/06/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstan Sees Significant Increase in Non-Ferrous Metal Production in April 2024

Kazakhstan significantly increased its production of non-ferrous metals in April 2024, with notable rises in copper and gold outputs.

29/05/2024

Companies & Organisations

Title: Polymetal Announces Name Change to Solidcore Resources plc Amid Sanctions and Business Restructuring

Polymetal plans to rename itself Solidcore Resources plc following the sale of its Russian operations and amid U.S. sanctions.

28/05/2024

Industry News

Court Overturns Illegal Seizure of Solid Metals’ Property in Kazakhstan

A Kazakh court has overturned illegal resolutions connected to the seizure of Solid Metals' land and assets.

17/05/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstani Deputies Propose Measures to Sustain Mining Towns Amid Resource Depletion

Kazakhstani deputies propose measures to support mining towns as resource depletion threatens local economies.

16/05/2024

Industry News

Uzbekistan Launches Joint Venture with Chinese Company for Mining Machinery Parts Production

Uzbekistan and China have launched a joint venture to produce mining machinery parts, aiming to boost local industry and exports.

15/05/2024

Companies & Organisations

Anglo Asian Mining Unveils Major Copper Discovery in Azerbaijan

Anglo Asian Mining unveils significant copper discovery in Azerbaijan, signaling promising prospects for the nation's mining sector and economic diversification.

14/05/2024

Industry News

Report Reveals Human Rights Abuses in Race for Energy Transition Minerals

Report uncovers widespread human rights abuses in the extraction of energy transition minerals.

13/05/2024

Industry News

Uzbekistan Aims to Tap into Mining Potential, President Urges Action

President urges Uzbekistan to harness its mining potential through targeted actions.

10/05/2024

Industry News

Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Visits Kumtor Gold Mine

Prime Minister Akylbek Japarov visited the Kumtor Gold Mine to oversee its operations and future projects.

07/05/2024

Investment Projects

Uzbekistan’s Ambitious Rare Earth Investment Plans

Uzbekistan's $500 million investment plan propels it into the spotlight as a potential major player in the rare earth market.

03/05/2024

Companies & Organisations

First Quantum Minerals Launches Extensive Geological Survey Project in Kazakhstan

First Quantum Minerals embarks on an ambitious geological survey project in Kazakhstan, aiming to uncover lucrative copper deposits and solidify its foothold in the country's…

29/04/2024

Industry News

Kumtor Gold Company to Pay Kyrgyzaltyn $151.3 Million in Dividends

Kumtor Gold Company (KGC) has announced its plans to pay Kyrgyzaltyn $151.3 million in dividends.

25/04/2024

Industry News

14th MINEX Kazakhstan Forum in Astana: Sustainable Development in Mining Industry Takes Center Stage

The 14th MINEX Kazakhstan Forum in Astana gathers experts from over 32 countries to discuss sustainable mining practices and technological advancements.

24/04/2024

Industry News

oint Venture “Kogodai” Plans to Resume Copper Exploration in Eastern Kazakhstan

Joint venture "Kogodai" plans to resume copper exploration in the Kogodai area of the East Kazakhstan region after conducting geological exploration between 2014 and 2023.

12/04/2024

Industry News

Joint Venture “Kogodai” Plans to Resume Copper Exploration in Eastern Kazakhstan

Joint venture "Kogodai" plans to resume copper exploration in the Kogodai area of the East Kazakhstan region after conducting geological exploration between 2014 and 2023.

12/04/2024

Industry News

llegal Gold Trafficking Cases in Kazakhstan Result in Over 1.5 Billion Tenge Loss

Illegal gold trafficking cases in Kazakhstan have led to a loss exceeding 1.5 billion Tenge, with seven criminal investigations conducted between 2020 and 2023.

29/03/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstan’s Iron Ore Production Surges in February 2024

Kazakhstan's iron ore production witnessed a significant surge in February 2024, reflecting positive trends in the country's mining sector.

26/03/2024

Industry News

Revised Agreement for Gold and Silver Sale Approved by Kyrgyz Government

The Kyrgyz government, led by Prime Minister Akylbek Japarov, has approved a resolution endorsing a revised agreement for the sale of gold and silver, aiming…

25/03/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstan Senate Committee Discusses Geological Exploration Challenges

Kazakhstan's Senate Committee tackles critical issues in geological exploration during an off-site session, emphasizing the need for modernization and increased investment.

19/03/2024

Industry News

Kazakhmys Faces Ministry Notice Over Contract Violations

Kazakhmys faces penalties and contract termination threats for violations in copper and coal mining contracts.

18/03/2024

Companies & Organisations

Kumtor Gold Company Exceeds Gold Production Targets in 2023, Boosting Revenue and Profit

Kumtor Gold Company in Kyrgyzstan exceeded gold production targets in 2023, achieving significant revenue growth and making substantial contributions to regional development and environmental conservation.

06/03/2024

Companies & Organisations

Adriatic Metals Launches $250 Million Investment in Vares Project, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Adriatic Metals launches $250 million investment in Vares Project, Bosnia and Herzegovina, following successful production milestones.

06/03/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstan Explores Geology-AI Integration with Key MoUs Signed at PDAC-2024 Conference in Canada

Kazakhstan expands geology-AI collaboration with key MoUs signed at PDAC-2024 conference.

06/03/2024

Industry News

Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan cooperation discussed in Navoi

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan Beibut Atamkulov paid a working visit to Navoi region, Uzbekistan.

29/02/2024

Policies and Regulation

The National Geological Service (NGS) plans to develop another database of geological data, which will be integrated into the information platform minerals.gov.kz

At a mining industry conference, Erlan Galiev announced plans to establish a dedicated database for primary geological information on the minerals.gov.kz portal in Kazakhstan.

28/02/2024

Companies & Organisations

Kazakhmys acquired 15 licenses for solid mineral exploration

Kazakhmys Corporation secured 15 new exploration licenses in 2024 to expand its mineral resource base, particularly focusing on areas near the Sokyrka deposit in the…

27/02/2024

Industry News

By 2029, they want to increase mineral resources production in Kazakhstan by 40%

The metals and other minerals mining industry has been tasked with achieving 40% growth by the end of the decade.

08/02/2024

Industry News

By 2029, Kazakhstan plans to increase mineral resources production by 40%

The metals and other minerals mining industry has been tasked with achieving 40% growth by the end of the decade.

08/02/2024