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Armenia Launches Amulsar Gold Mine: A New Era for the Mining Industry
Armenia officially launches the Amulsar gold mine, marking a significant step in its mining industry and promising economic growth and job creation.
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Industry News
Armenia officially launches the Amulsar gold mine, marking a significant step in its mining industry and promising economic growth and job creation.
Policies and Regulation
Experts warn that Armenia's mining industry poses significant environmental risks to both the country and its neighbours, particularly through groundwater pollution affecting transboundary rivers.
Industry News
AzerGold has begun mining operations at the Soyudlu gold deposit in Azerbaijan, previously controlled by Armenia, amidst a backdrop of political complexity and corruption allegations.
Industry News
Geghamyan discusses Armenia's strategic shift in mining, highlighting new US partnerships and the country's ambitions to enhance its role in global supply chains.
Companies & Organisations
The Amulsar gold mine in Armenia has secured over $750 million in investments, with Lydian Armenia committing over $100 million for community development as operations are set to begin.
Companies & Organisations
Lydian Armenia has signed a $7 million annual Community Development Agreement with the Armenian government to support communities near the Amulsar mine, increasing to $9 million if gold prices rise.
Industry News
Zangezur Copper-Molybdenum Combine has regained its status as Armenia's top taxpayer, contributing 41.6 billion drams in H1 2026, reflecting significant growth in the mining sector.
Companies & Organisations
Dynamic Frontier Holdings, led by Konstantin Sokolov, has acquired Armenia's Teghut copper-molybdenum mine, previously owned by VTB bank, marking a significant foreign investment in the sector.
Industry News
Lydian Armenia's Connor Chard outlines a digital strategy for the Amulsar mine, aiming for a fully integrated operation that enhances efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
Industry News
Secretary Rubio and Armenian Foreign Minister Mirzoyan signed a TRIPP transport corridor framework, a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Charter and a critical minerals supply agreement in Yerevan, advancing three major pillars of the…