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ICMM publishes report on members’ collective progress towards full conformance with GISTM

The Tailings Progress Report sets out progress made by company members in implementing the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM).

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ICMM Appoints James Clark as Director of Communications and External Affairs

ICMM is pleased to announce the appointment of James Clark as its new Director of Communications and External Affairs, effective March 2026.

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CMSI partners announce the final public consultation for the Consolidated Mining Standard to start on 8 October 2025

Partners of CMSI are pleased to announce the final public consultation for the Consolidated Standard, Assurance Process and Claims Policy will run from 8 October to 17 November 2025.

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CMSI Partners announce publication of Governance Model

Partners of the Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative (CMSI) – The Copper Mark, ICMM, MAC, and the World Gold Council (WGC) – are pleased to announce the publication of the Governance Model.

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ICMM launches a Global Mining Dataset to support more robust data on mining and metals

ICMM’s Global Mining Dataset tackles the sector’s data gap, delivering transparent, reliable information to guide policy and shape mining’s role in sustainable development.

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ICMM welcomes Maaden as its 26th company member

ICMM welcomes Maaden (Saudi Arabia Mining Company), one of the fastest growing mining companies and largest in the Middle East, as its 26th company member.

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ICMM welcomes Hindustan Zinc Limited as its 25th company member

ICMM announces the inclusion of Hindustan Zinc Limited, the world’s largest and India’s only integrated zinc producer, as its 25th company member.

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Global Tailings Management Institute Appoints Inaugural Board of Directors

The Global Tailings Management Institute (GTMI), an independent organisation dedicated to improving the safety of mine tailings facilities, announces appointment of multi-stakeholder board of directors.

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ICMM members to publish progress on implementing the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management in August

ICMM member companies will publish their progress towards conformance with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) by 5 August 2025.

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ICMM publishes new tools to support psychological health and safety of mining and metals workers

ICMM has published tools to help companies embed psychological health and safety practices in their daily operations and organisational culture. The tools aim to reduce risk, strengthen safety culture, and ultimately prevent harm.

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On your marks! The World’s Deepest Marathon set to showcase the limits of human endeavour and advances in mine technology and safety

60 runners, from 17 countries will take part in the deepest marathon ever attempted – in a zinc mine 1,120m below sea level in Garpenberg, Sweden on 25 October 2025, 100 days from now.

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ICMM reports 2024 safety performance of members

ICMM reports 42 fatalities across member companies in 2024 – a second year of rising numbers. The full report benchmarks safety performance and highlights urgent actions.

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ICMM launches new Handbook to support socio-economic resilience during mining transitions

ICMM launches new handbook on multistakeholder approaches to socio-economic transitions, a practical guide to help mining companies and stakeholders plan for mine closure in ways that foster resilient, thriving communities.

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ICMM publishes new guidance to help mining and metals companies protect and restore biodiversity towards a nature positive future

ICMM publishes new guidance to help mining and metals companies achieve and maintain no net loss of biodiversity at operations, and ultimately strive for net gain of biodiversity.

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A new strategy for a new dawn

As we enter a new era for ICMM in 2025, we bring with us a blueprint for responsible mining, a sharper focus on driving sustainability performance, and a commitment to uniting stakeholders around a shared vision.

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ICMM releases updated guidance to strengthen approaches to the closure of tailings storage facilities

ICMM has published new editions of key resources, with updates designed to improve how mining companies plan and manage the closure of tailings storage facilities.

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ICMM members report US$42bn in tax and royalty payments to host countries in 2024

ICMM releases its 2024 Tax Contribution Report, detailing the significant economic contributions made by its members to national economies and local communities of host countries.

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ICMM and INAP launch new tool to strengthen water pollution prevention in mining

ICMM and the International Network for Acid Prevention (INAP) have launched a new resource to help mining companies prevent and reduce water pollution caused by acid rock drainage and metal leaching.

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New independent institute to drive and assess the implementation of Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management

Global Tailings Management Institute launched to help make mine tailings facilities safer for people and the environment.

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ICMM launches new commitment to reduce exposure to diesel emissions in underground mines

ICMM members have committed to implement further measures to protect people working in underground mines against exposure to diesel particulate matter (DPM).

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