Vast Resources Announces Release of Historic Diamond Parcel Held by Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe
Aim-listed Vast Resources has announced the release of a historic diamond parcel that had been held in safekeeping at the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe by order of the country’s Supreme Court since early 2010. The diamonds are now under the company’s custody and have been sent to its nominated tender house in Dubai for cleaning and re-sorting, ahead of the sales process, which is expected to commence within a month. Upon completion of the sale,
Read MoreWoodside Energy Navigates Tariff Risks as Louisiana LNG Project Nears Final Decision
Woodside Energy, Australia’s largest gas producer, is evaluating the potential impact of new U.S. tariffs and trade measures on its Louisiana LNG project, as it moves closer to a final investment decision. The company acquired the project—formerly known as Driftwood—from Tellurian for $1.2 billion last year, aiming to strengthen its position as a global LNG leader. The first phase of development is projected to cost $16 billion. In a quarterly update, CEO Meg O’Neill said
Read MoreDe Beers Reports 11% Drop in Q1 Diamond Output Amid Weak Market Conditions
De Beers has reported an 11% year-on-year decline in rough diamond production for the first quarter of 2025, totaling 6.1 million carats. The drop reflects the company’s continued production adjustments in response to prolonged weak market demand, according to its quarterly production report released on April 24. In Botswana, output declined by 8% to 4.6 million carats, in line with planned production cuts. Namibia’s production remained steady, as lower output from Debmarine Namibia was offset
Read MoreAlgeria Partners with China’s LONGi to Boost Domestic Solar Panel Production
Algeria is set to launch a strategic partnership with China aimed at revolutionizing its renewable energy sector through local solar panel manufacturing. The upcoming investment agreement is expected to mark a significant step toward expanding the country’s clean energy capacity and reducing reliance on imported technology. According to a statement from the Algerian Ministry of Industry, local industrial group Elec will sign a cooperation deal this week with Chinese solar giant LONGi Green Energy Technology
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