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.

But mining firms including Glencore, Anglo American Platinum and Lonmin plan to cut thousands of jobs there as they battle falling prices and rising costs.

Answer: industry