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CHART: Global mining and metals – a quick reality check

Demand for energy transition metals has injected optimism into mining, but it represents only a sliver of the $4 trillion global industry.

Frik Els | September 19, 2024 | 1:15 pm

Rock Tech scoping lithium converter in Ontario with $1.7bn NPV

The company is building a fully permitted lithium converter in…

Staff Writer | September 19, 2024 | 1:06 pm

AMG Critical Materials opens Europe’s first lithium hydroxide refinery

AMG’s concept is to expand annual production up to 100,000…

Staff Writer | September 19, 2024 | 8:18 am

US closer to greenlighting ioneer’s Nevada lithium mine

If granted final approval, Rhyolite Ridge would be the first…

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 19, 2024 | 5:33 am

EV batteries with nickel get boost in China after prices retreat

China’s EV market is offering a tentative challenge to the…

Bloomberg News | September 18, 2024 | 10:08 am

Australia’s IGO flags job cuts as nickel price slumps

As part of the restructure, IGO will focus on maximizing value from its lithium business, including its Greenbushes lithium mine.

Reuters | July 30, 2024 | 11:17 am

New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds

Researchers at Rice University used microwave radiation and a biodegradable solvent to expedite lithium recovery.

Staff Writer | July 30, 2024 | 9:46 am

SRG Mining completes move to UAE, rebrand to Falcon Energy

The company said this is a move that would provide it with "expanded strategic options" for its Lola graphite project in Guinea.

Staff Writer | July 30, 2024 | 8:57 am

Saudis see Codelco as good option for lithium partnership

Codelco is navigating one of the most challenging periods in its nearly 50-year history after a series of setbacks at projects and mines.

Bloomberg News | July 29, 2024 | 3:09 pm

South Star’s Brazil graphite mine to begin production in September

The Phase 1 plant has the capacity to produce approximately 12,000 tonnes per year of natural flake graphite concentrates.

Staff Writer | July 29, 2024 | 9:48 am

The future of deep sea mining hinges on a contentious election

International Seabed Authority head incumbent Michael Lodge faces Leticia Carvalho, a Brazilian ocean scientist.

Bloomberg News | July 29, 2024 | 8:31 am

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CHART: Global mining and metals – a quick reality check

Rock Tech scoping lithium converter in Ontario with $1.7bn NPV

AMG Critical Materials opens Europe’s first lithium hydroxide refinery

US closer to greenlighting ioneer’s Nevada lithium mine

EV batteries with nickel get boost in China after prices retreat

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Australia’s IGO flags job cuts as nickel price slumps

New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds

SRG Mining completes move to UAE, rebrand to Falcon Energy

Saudis see Codelco as good option for lithium partnership

South Star’s Brazil graphite mine to begin production in September

The future of deep sea mining hinges on a contentious election

Sayona, Piedmont mark improvements at NAL as lithium price slides further

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