LONDON: Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore confirmed they are in preliminary discussions about a deal that could see Rio Tinto acquire “some or all” of Glencore, a merger that would create the world’s largest mining company with a combined market value of nearly $207 billion. The companies said late Thursday that the talks, first…
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Rio Tinto, Calix sign deal to advance zero-emissions steel plant in Western Australia
PERTH — Rio Tinto has signed a Joint Development Agreement with Australian environmental technology company Calix to advance construction of a demonstration plant for Calix’s Zero Emissions Steel Technology (Zesty™) in Western Australia, aiming to enable Pilbara iron ores to be used in lower-emissions steelmaking. The proposed plant, to be built in Kwinana south of…
Rio Tinto reports resilient H1 2025 earnings amid portfolio diversification
Rio Tinto allocates $1b annual spend for mine closures, including Gove refinery rehabilitation LONDON: Rio Tinto announced first-half net earnings of $4.5 billion attributable to shareholders on Wednesday, down from $5.8 billion a year earlier, as lower iron ore prices offset gains from copper and aluminum operations. Underlying earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA)…
Rio Tinto appoints Simon Trott as Chief Executive
LONDON: The Board of Rio Tinto has appointed Simon Trott to succeed Jakob Stausholm as Chief Executive, with effect from 25 August 2025. Simon, currently Iron Ore Chief Executive, has a track record of exceptional delivery over 25 years in roles across a wide range of commodities and geographies, with a strong focus on values-based performance culture…
Rio Tinto, Hancock Prospecting to Invest $1.61 billion in Australian iron ore project
PERTH: Rio Tinto and Hancock Prospecting will invest $1.61 billion to develop the Hope Downs 2 iron ore project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, the companies announced. Rio Tinto’s share of the investment is $800 million. The project, which has received all necessary state and federal approvals, will mine the Hope Downs 2 and Bedded Hilltop…
Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm to step down after succession process
SYDNEY: Rio Tinto announced Thursday that Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm will step down later this year following the conclusion of a succession process. Stausholm, who joined the global mining company in 2018 as executive director and chief financial officer, has led Rio Tinto since January 2021. During his tenure, he recalibrated the company’s strategy to align with…
Rio Tinto, Codeleo form joint venture to develop lithium project in Chile
SANTIAGO: Rio Tinto and Chile’s state-owned Corporación Nacional Del Cobre de Chile (“Codeleo”) have signed binding agreements to develop a lithium project in the Salar de Maricunga, a high-grade lithium resource in Chile’s Atacama region. The joint venture aims to strengthen both companies’ roles as key suppliers of materials for the global energy transition. Under…
Rio Tinto to invest $1.2 billion in Isle-Maligne hydroelectric plant modernization
ALMA: Rio Tinto is investing $1.2 billion (CA$1.7 billion) to modernize its Isle-Maligne hydroelectric power plant, marking its largest single investment in hydroelectric assets since the 1950s. The renovation aims to secure the future of low-carbon aluminum production in Quebec’s Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, ensuring job stability and an efficient, safe, and reliable renewable energy supply for…
Rio Tinto partners with Mitsui & Co. for Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture
SYDNEY: Rio Tinto has announced that Mitsui & Co. has entered into agreements to acquire a 40% interest in the Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture (RRJV) from Rio Tinto’s partners. Mitsui & Co. has agreed to acquire all of VOC Group Limited’s (VOCG) 25% interest in the joint venture. Additionally, Mitsui & Co. has entered into…
Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Metal Mining to partner on Winu copper-gold project
LONDON: Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Metal Mining (SMM) have signed a Term Sheet for a Joint Venture to deliver the Winu copper-gold project, located in the Great Sandy Desert region of Western Australia. Under the Term Sheet, which includes exclusivity obligations to work towards a binding Definitive Agreement, Rio Tinto will continue to develop and…
Rio Tinto pushes for stronger, diversified portfolio with new investments
LONDON: In a bid to strengthen its portfolio, Rio Tinto announced its ambitious growth plans today during its 2024 Investor Seminar in London. The company aims to enhance its position as a global leader in energy transition materials and ensure long-term shareholder returns. Jakob Stausholm, Rio Tinto’s Chief Executive, stated, “We have all the building…
Rio Tinto signs deal to acquire Arcadium Lithium for $6.7 billion
LONDON: Rio Tinto and Arcadium Lithium plc (NYSE: ALTM) announced a definitive agreement under which Rio Tinto will acquire Arcadium in an all-cash transaction for US$5.85 per share. The transaction represents a premium of 90% to Arcadium’s closing price of $3.08 per share on 4 October 2024, a premium of 39% to Arcadium’s volume-weighted average…