America’s lithium laws fail to keep pace with rapid developmentWashington's drive to make the United States a major global lithium producer is being held back by a confusing mix of state regulations.Reuters | March 25, 2024 | 5:28 am
Pilbara Minerals, Ganfeng agree to study for lithium chemical plantThe feasibility study for the plant is expected to be…Reuters | March 24, 2024 | 6:40 pm
Tianqi seeks shareholder voting power in SQM-Codelco dealTianqi holds about a 20% stake in SQM, which on Thursday told shareholders talks…Reuters | March 22, 2024 | 1:02 pm
South32 sees competitive process for Botswana copper mine ‘a bit rich’ The company says the sales process for Botswana's Khoemacau copper mine was quite competitive. Reuters | August 24, 2023 | 4:28 pm
BHP Xplor launches search for next round of exploration prospects Selected companies will receive up to $500,000 cash payment from BHP, together with access to a network of internal and external experts to help guide development. Staff Writer | August 24, 2023 | 1:24 pm
UK Serious Fraud Office drops long-running investigations into Rio Tinto and ENRC Another setback for an agency that’s expended years prosecuting suspected corruption across the commodities industry. Bloomberg News | August 24, 2023 | 11:36 am
Congo wants ERG copper, cobalt assets in bid to regain control The government and state-owned miner Gecamines say ERG has been too slow to develop the deposits. Bloomberg News | August 24, 2023 | 7:32 am
South32 sees China economic support helping base metals Underlying earnings for the year ended June 30 came in at $916 million, lower than the $2.60 billion posted last year. Reuters | August 23, 2023 | 3:35 pm
South32 Appin mine workers to continue strike as talks stall The trade union said in a statement that the workers at the mine and the company failed to reach an agreement on Wednesday. Reuters | August 23, 2023 | 2:32 pm
Rio Tinto inks agreement with Madagascar government on QMM operations Deal will enhance the benefits for the people of Madagascar and support a sustainable future for the ilmenite mine, Rio says. Staff Writer | August 23, 2023 | 12:12 pm
Fortescue expects initial license for Brazil green hydrogen project by September Fortescue already has some early agreements with potential buyers. Reuters | August 23, 2023 | 10:38 am
Lithium buyers eye cheaper early-stage deals in Australia Driven by receding prices and by Chile nationalizing the industry, companies have been sniffing around for buys in Australia. Reuters | August 23, 2023 | 9:05 am