Daily Mining Industry Report: June 28, 2025

Daily Mining Industry Report: June 28, 2025

🇨🇦 Canadian Highlights

Senate Fast‑Tracks Resource Projects Despite Indigenous Pushback
Canada’s Senate passed legislation empowering Cabinet to fast-track major resource and infrastructure projects, including mines, under “national interest” status. Critics emphasise it undermines constitutional consultation with First Nations and may bypass environmental oversight reuters.com.

Ontario Unveils Special Economic Zones Act
Ontario passed the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, enabling special economic zones with regulatory exemptions. Minister Lecce highlights streamlined approvals for critical-mineral projects—part of wider provincial initiatives to accelerate mining development en.wikipedia.org+1genmining.com+1.

Stillwater Critical Minerals Engages Investors in QE Conference
Stillwater Critical Minerals (BC) participated in the Mining Investment Event of the North in Quebec City, showcasing its flagship polymetallic project in Montana. The firm connects with investors targeting platinum-group and battery metals canadianminingjournal.com+2criticalminerals.com+2northernminer.com+2.

🌍 Global Developments

U.S. Interior Eases Offshore Mineral Rules
The U.S. Interior Department issued new policies through BOEM and BSEE to speed licensing of offshore critical-mineral extraction. Permits now extend from 3 to 5 years, with streamlined environmental reviews to foster access to seafloor nickel and copper mining.com.

West Africa Deploys Drones to Combat Illegal Gold Mining
Gold Fields and others in Ghana are now using AI-powered drones to monitor and deter rogues in artisanal gold mining. Unauthorized mining activity has led to significant violence and ecological damage .

Fortescue’s “Digging to Zero” Initiative Gains Momentum
Australian mining giant Fortescue intensifies efforts to decarbonize operations by 2030, incorporating battery-powered transport and renewables. Broader industry trends show growing adoption of clean-energy mining solutions globenewswire.com+5reuters.com+5mining-technology.com+5.

⚙️ Technological & Regulatory Trends

• Innovation in Charging & Automation: Recent reports highlight faster adoption of advanced charging solutions for e‑vehicles and AI-driven mining automation—enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability .

• Mining Robotics Growth: The mining robotics market is projected to nearly double—from US$1.49 B in 2025 to US$2.95 B by 2032—reflecting increased demand for safer, automated processes globenewswire.com.

📈 Market & Strategic Insights

• Regulation vs Sovereignty: Canada and Ontario’s fast-tracking reflect a national push for strategic mineral autonomy but risk sidelining Indigenous and environmental safeguards.

• Digital & Clean-Tech Momentum: Global investments in AI, drones, and green infrastructure signal a pivot toward safer, more sustainable mining practices.

• Diversifying Resources: U.S. policy reforms and drone surveillance in West Africa highlight efforts to diversify critical mineral access and secure supply chains.

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