Seabed Mining News Monitoring

As WA Bans Seabed Mining, Advocates Call on CA to Follow Suit

Sponge beds teeming with life, such as this one in Mendocino, can be destroyed by seabed mining. (Northwest Fisheries Science Center/NOAA) May 6, 2021 MENDOCINO COUNTY, Calif. -- Ocean advocates in California are calling for a preemptive ban on seabed …

Seabed Mining Opponents Off WA Coast Find Win in Legislature

Supporters of the seabed mining ban say the practice would hurt sensitive habitats on Washington's coast. (Ferrous Büller/Flickr) May 4, 2021 OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Gov. Jay Inslee signed a seabed mining ban into law Monday. The measure prohibits …

Robots at Work and Play (30 photos)

Advancements in robotics are continually taking place in the fields of space exploration, health care, public safety, entertainment, defense, and more. These machines—some fully autonomous, some requiring human input—extend our grasp, enhance our …

Brands Back Call for Moratorium on Deep Seabed Mining

Posted on 31 March 2021 Four leading global companies today announced their support for a global moratorium on deep seabed mining. Initiated by BMW Group and WWF, and signed by Samsung SDI, Google and Volvo Group, the companies join the increasing chorus …

DINNER PARTY INTEL: Seabed mining fears

1. Some rebound The IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook forecasts a global rebound of 6% this year and 4.4% in 2022, higher than it projected three months ago, partly thanks to the US stimulus and the vaccine rollout. But it’s worth remembering what its MD …

Wed. 8:18 a.m.: Automakers BMW, Volvo back moratorium on deep seabed mining

In this 2019 file photo, a worker cleans an electric vehicle at the BMW booth during the Auto Shanghai 2019 show in Shanghai. Automakers BMW and Volvo announced today that they support a moratorium on deep sea mining for minerals used in electric vehicle …

Automakers BMW, Volvo back moratorium on deep seabed mining

BERLIN — Automakers BMW and Volvo announced Wednesday that they support a moratorium on deep seabed mining for minerals used in electric vehicle batteries and other products. The call, which was also backed by Samsung’s EV battery unit and tech giant …

Automakers BMW, Volvo back moratorium on deep seabed mining

Deep-sea mining tests resume as lost robot rescued

Belgium’s Global Sea Mineral Resources (GSR) has resumed tests that could lead to the mining of battery minerals from the Pacific Ocean floor after it managed to recover a robot stranded at a depth of thousands of metres. The company reported on April 28 …

‘We need to move from debate to dialogue over whether to mine the deep sea for minerals’

Comment: Dr Assheton Carter, CEO TDi Sustainability, observes that while some companies and NGOs are calling for a moratorium, others argue that mining at sea could relieve the environmental impacts on land The recent announcement by seabed mining …

Te Pāti Māori Members' Bill seeks to ban seabed mining; Trans-Tasman Resources opposes

Māori Party co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer promised to continue fighting seabed mining when she got to Parliament. Photo / FacebookMaōri Party co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer's first Members' Bill seeks to ban seabed mining in New Zealand …

Debbie Ngarewa-Packer Announces Member’s Bill To Ban Seabed Mining In Aotearoa

Te Pāti Māori Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer is today announcing that she has entered her first Member’s Bill, the Prohibition on Seabed Mining Legislation Amendment Bill, into the Member’s Ballot. “I’m proud to be introducing my first legislation on an …

25-tonne Deep Sea Mining Robot Lost On Pacific Ocean Seabed During Trial

One of the world’s first deep sea mining pilot tests has resulted in a huge machine being stuck on the seafloor of the Pacific Ocean. A broken cable has resulted in the mining company Global Sea Mineral Resources (GSR) losing control of its 25-tonne robot …

25-ton mining robot stranded on Pacific Ocean floor in deep-sea trial

A seabed mining robot being tested on the Pacific Ocean floor at a depth of more than 4 km (13,000 ft) has become detached, the Belgian company running the experimental trial said on Wednesday. Global Sea Mineral Resources (GSR), the deep-sea exploratory …

Deep seabed mining must benefit all humankind

by Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS) As investors set their sights on the mineral resources of the deep seabed, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is developing regulations that will govern their future exploration and …

Deep seabed mining is an avoidable environmental disaster

Posted on 10 February 2021 New report, “In Too Deep: What We Know, And Don’t Know, About Deep Seabed Mining,” outlines likely impacts of deep seabed mining on ecosystems and biodiversity, and risks of allowing industry to proceed. Lisbon, 10 February 2021 …

Northern Territory bans seabed mining

PERTH (miningweekly.com) – The Northern Territory government on Friday announced plans to ban seabed mining in the region. A moratorium on mining activities in the sea and coastal waters is due to expire on March 5, but will be extended for up to another …

'Scientifically the risks are still there': Seabed mining to be banned in Northern Territory waters

The Northern Territory Government has announced plans to permanently ban seabed mining in Top End coastal waters. Key points: A moratorium on seabed mining has been in place since 2012 Environment Minister Eva Lawler says they will fight any legal …

How 1.5 Became the Key to Climate Progress

From New Yorker It's Earth Day +51, as we near the end of President Biden's first 100 days, and 40 world leaders are scheduled to join him for a virtual summit on climate change. "For those of you who are excited about climate, we will have a …

Heavy Equipment and Truck Consignment Auction set by Assiter Auctioneers

CANYON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Assiter Auctioneers (www.assiter.com) announces their May heavy equipment and truck consignment auction on Friday, May 21 according to Spanky Assiter, president of the company. “ …

Brigadier Gold Stock Symbol: BGADF Intercepts 7.63 g/t Gold, 11 g/t Silver & 0.26% Copper Across 0.5 Metres at Picachos

Brigadier Gold Stock Symbol: BGADF Intercepts 7.63 g/t Gold, 11 g/t Silver & 0.26% Copper Across 0.5 Metres at Picachos Brigadier Gold Limited (OTCMKTS:BGADF) MARKHAM, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Long can …

DPM Mining Inc. Announces SMART Mining Improvements in Underground Fiber Optic, Communication and Instrumentation Design

The US Bureau of Mines tried in vain for 70 years to design a system to monitor the entire life cycle of a mine. SMART can easily monitor the entire LOM. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DPM Mining Inc is pleased to …

Strong Sustainability Performance sees Perseus Mining deliver US$385 million to Ivorian and Ghanaian Economies in 2020

Perseus Mining Limited (TSX & ASX: PRU) (www.PerseusMining.com) has released its CY20 Sustainable Development Report. The report details the company’s progress over the past 12 months in delivering on its commitment to responsible mining operations in …

Aurcana Provides Construction Update and Production Outlook for Its Revenue Virginius Mine for the Remainder of 2021

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AURCANA SILVER CORPORATION ("Aurcana" or the "Company") (TSXV: AUN, OTCQX: AUNFF) is …

Standard Uranium Provides Drilling Update at its Flagship Davidson River Project

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Standard Uranium Ltd. (“Standard Uranium” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: STND) (OTCQB: STTDF) (Frankfurt: FWB:9SU) is pleased to provide an update on its plans for the upcoming phase II summer …

Mayfair Gold Provides Drilling Update and Announces Completion of Heli-Borne Magnetic Survey at the Fenn-Gib Gold ...

Over 10,000 meters of infill and expansion drilling completed to date First property-wide triaxial magnetic survey completed Drill target selection underway for regional exploration program NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, …

Amerigo Announces Results of AGM

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amerigo Resources Ltd. (TSX: ARG; ARREF:OTC) (“Amerigo” or the “Company”) announces the results of voting at its 2021 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (the “AGM”) held on May 3, 2021. A …

Mkango Announces Results Of Flotation Piloting With Significantly Higher Recoveries And Concentrate Grade, And ...

LONDON and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mkango Resources Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) (the "Company" or "Mkango") is pleased to announce results of the flotation pilot plant programme completed at ALS …

JERICO ANNOUNCES PARTIAL REVOCATION ORDERS AND PROPOSED PRIVATE PLACEMENT

JERICO ANNOUNCES PARTIAL REVOCATION ORDERS AND PROPOSED PRIVATE PLACEMENT TORONTO, ON, CANADA, May 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jerico Explorations Inc. (“Jerico” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it intends to complete a non- …

DMG Blockchain Solutions Announces Closing of CDN$28.1 Million Private Placement Offering with Institutional Investors

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (TSXV: DMGI) (DMGGF: OTCQB) (FSE: 6AX) ("DMG" or the …

Calibre Reports Strong First Quarter 2021 Production and Costs, Including Initial High-Grade Ore Delivery from Pavon ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (“Calibre” or the “Company”) announces financial and operational results for the three months ended March 31, 2021 (“Q1 2021”). The interim …

American Lithium Acquisition Target, Plateau Energy Metals, Receives Shareholder Support for Merger – Land Package ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Lithium Corp. (TSXV: LI) (OTCQB: LIACF) (Frankfurt: 5LA1) (“American Lithium” or the “Company”), a leader in the acquisition, exploration and development of lithium projects, is pleased …

MCEWEN MINING: Q1 2021 Results Webcast

TORONTO, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- McEwen Mining Inc. (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) invites you to join our conference call on Monday, May 10, 2021, from 11:00 am EDT, where management will discuss our Q1 2021 financial results and project developments and …

Intrepid Announces First Quarter 2021 Results

Denver, CO, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intrepid Potash, Inc. (Intrepid) (NYSE:IPI) today reported its results for the first quarter of 2021. Key Takeaways for Q1 2021 Net income of $2.5 million, or $0.18 per share Gross margin of $9.1 million, up $3. …

Local San Diego Welding Inspection company is available for site welding inspection in the San Diego area

Site welding inspections including NDT services now available in support of industrial and commercial projects in Southern California SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Throughout San Diego, California and …

ALLEGIANT to Webcast Live at OTCQX Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference on May 4, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. ET

RENO, Nev., May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allegiant Gold Ltd. (“ALLEGIANT”) (AUAU: TSX-V) (AUXXF: OTCQX) is pleased to announce that it will be presenting at the OTC Markets Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference on May 4, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. ET …

TanGold Introduces New Discovery - Buckreef West Gold Zone Near Surface - Open at Depth & to the South

TORONTO, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tanzanian Gold Corporation (TSX:TNX) (NYSE American:TRX) (TanGold or the Company) operating through its wholly owned subsidiary in Tanzania (Tanzam2000), and its joint venture partner, The State Mining Company ( …

Pretium Resources Inc.: Underground Exploration Drilling at Brucejack Extends Mineralization Below the Current Mining ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pretium Resources Inc. (TSX/NYSE: PVG) (“Pretivm” or the “Company”) today announces that underground exploration drilling conducted in 2020 from the 1080 Level, one of the lowest mining …

Cypress Development Appoints Braam Jonker as Chief Financial Officer

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cypress Development Corp. (TSX-V: CYP) (OTCQB: CYDVF) (Frankfurt: C1Z1) (“Cypress” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Abraham (Braam) Jonker as Chief Financial …