Deep sea mining risks over $560 billion in countries’ annual export earnings — reportEven in optimal scenarios, the activity would generate only $6.25 million in tax revenue for countries involved, says Planet Tracker.MINING.COM Editor | November 14, 2024 | 1:00 am
Exploration spending to stay flat despite Trump pledges, strong gold prices, S&P saysThe cautious outlook comes as global exploration budgets for nonferrous…Henry Lazenby - The Northern Miner | November 13, 2024 | 12:38 pm
MinRes halts Bald Hill mine amid lithium price routBald Hill mine closure will result in the loss of…Cecilia Jamasmie | November 13, 2024 | 3:49 am
Japanese scientists use AI to boost sodium-ion battery density The team from Tokyo University of Science have leveraged AI to develop high-efficiency sodium-ion batteries. Staff Writer | November 5, 2024 | 3:58 am
MinRes’ founder Ellison to exit after internal misconduct probe Chris Ellison will leave within 18 months as the board found he used company resources for his personal benefit and evaded taxes. Kristie Batten | November 4, 2024 | 5:03 am
Visualizing the EU’s critical minerals gap by 2030 This graphic underscores the scale of the challenge the bloc faces in strengthening its critical mineral supply by 2030. Visual Capitalist - Elements | November 1, 2024 | 9:56 am
Syrah secures $150m US loan for Mozambique graphite operation Execution of the loan agreement with United States International Development Finance Corporation follows a three-year process. Staff Writer | November 1, 2024 | 8:36 am
NextSource reveals new leadership and growth strategy It has appointed Hanré Rossouw as its new president and chief executive to lead the company during the current growth phase. Cecilia Jamasmie | November 1, 2024 | 3:57 am
Environmentalists sue over US approval of ioneer’s Nevada lithium mine Groups argued the project posed an existential risk to the rare wildflower Tiehm’s buckwheat and could drive it to extinction. Reuters | October 31, 2024 | 2:41 pm
Argentina Lithium wins local authority approval to kick off exploration push Officials have approved a two-year permit for the company to kick off exploration in the Paso de Sico concession. Reuters | October 31, 2024 | 9:18 am
American Salars acquires lithium project in Canada’s Quebec Deal grants the Canadian junior a 100% interest in the mineral claims associated with Lac Simard South lithium project. Cecilia Jamasmie | October 31, 2024 | 3:48 am
IGO revises chemical plant project cost at Greenbushes to $579m The plant at Greenbushes lithium mine is expected to cost about A$880 million. Reuters | October 30, 2024 | 3:15 pm