BHP Billiton halts work - Economist Intelligence Unit
Event. It was revealed on March 30th that the Anglo-Australian mining giant, BHP Billiton, has suspended all operations in Gabon. Analysis. The halting of operations at BHP Billiton's two manganese assets in the east of the country—at Mounana and Okondja—presents a serious downside risk to economic growth, exports and fiscal revenue.