Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Lonmin and mining from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

With metals prices generally weak, mining groups Anglo American and Lonmin on Friday announced plans to cut their headcounts by up to a combined 12,000 staff.
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