Brazil’s Vale SA is investing up to $3.3 billion to boost copper and nickel production in Brazil and Canada. This investment aims to increase copper output from 321,000 tons to around 500,000 tons by 2028, focusing on the Salobo and Sossego mines. Under Mark Cutifani’s leadership, Vale Base Metals is implementing a plan to enhance […]
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