"There are only two primary molybdenum mines outside of China today: Freeport McMorran’s Climax and Henderson mines, so Mt. Hope would offer the world a new source of the metal not controlled by China.
"Our successful exploration programs are feeding high-quality prospects into an already bulging pipeline and we expect to grow our reserves net of depletion again this year."
SECTOR LEADER, STRATEGIC PURSUITS, MINING MINERALS AND PRACTICE LEADER, MINING, MINERALS AND METALS, STANTEC
"The mining industry has done well by integrating and involving communities in the discussions, and educating the general public on the importance of mining for our future."
Africa has been attracting more diverse and innovative capital flows over recent years. The US, Europe, the Middle East, Japan, and even India are all crowding in, while China maintains its already well-established presence.