Tag #Samarco

What are the immediate consequences of the Samarco dam collapse, and how does BHP's potential liability affect global mining standards?

A London court is hearing a class-action lawsuit against BHP Group for its role in Brazil's 2015 Samarco dam collapse, which killed 19 people and caused $47 billion in damages. Claimants argue BHP, owning 50% of Samarco, failed to prevent the disaster despite opportunities to do so. The case highlights the ongoing consequences of the disaster and BHP's potential liability.