A global megadeal would give one of Alaska's largest mines a new operator Red Dog mine powers the Northwest Alaska economy, and its future is uncertain. But the planned merger appears unlikely to change much for the operation.
Feds approve key step toward expansion at major Northwest Alaska zinc mine Red Dog mine, a regional economic linchpin, is running low on ore. With a new permit in hand, the multinational company that operates the project is now moving quickly to try to extend its life.
