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Firebird fully permitted to operate manganese plant in China

Firebird previously indicated that it would make a final investment decision in the second half of 2024.

Staff Writer | September 24, 2024 | 8:27 am

Tianqi to keep fighting for say in SQM lithium deal

Authorities in Chile have been pushing for the state to…

Bloomberg News | September 24, 2024 | 8:02 am

China mining firms partner with Zimbabwe on lithium mine

Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt and Tsingshan Holding Group are defying low…

Bloomberg News | September 24, 2024 | 7:56 am

US backs Australian lithium, rare earths projects for up to $786 million

Anson Resources and American Rare Earths received interest from the…

Reuters | September 23, 2024 | 4:26 pm

Nouveau Monde gears up for Matawinie construction phase 2

The project is expected to generate 97% pure flake graphite…

Staff Writer | September 23, 2024 | 12:10 pm

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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Firebird fully permitted to operate manganese plant in China

Tianqi to keep fighting for say in SQM lithium deal

China mining firms partner with Zimbabwe on lithium mine

US backs Australian lithium, rare earths projects for up to $786 million

Nouveau Monde gears up for Matawinie construction phase 2

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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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