Glencore buys Pan American’s stake in Argentinean copper project

Pan American is selling its 56% interest in the MARA copper project, added to its portfolio as part of the acquisition of Yamana Gold.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 31, 2023 | 4:06 am

Albemarle ends early contract deal with Chile supervisors union

Miners routinely seek to seal early contract negotiations to avoid the risk of strikes at their operations.

Reuters | July 28, 2023 | 8:58 am

India house amends mining rules to open lithium to private firms

The bill has to be approved by parliament’s upper house and India’s president before it becomes a law.

Bloomberg News | July 28, 2023 | 6:42 am

Laser pulses may help develop next-gen, high-capacity batteries

Using laser pulses, researchers modified a promising alternative electrode material known as MXene.

Staff Writer | July 28, 2023 | 6:04 am

Sigma completes first shipment of lithium from Grota do Cirilo

The company achieved operational net zero for its first shipment of battery grade lithium.

Staff Writer | July 27, 2023 | 8:29 am

Executive interview: Ignacio Mehech, Albemarle’s country manager, Chile

Mehech discusses the miner's technology strategies, the implications of the country's National Lithium Strategy, and perspectives on the future demand and pricing of the key battery metal.

Global Business Reports | July 27, 2023 | 8:03 am

Zimbabwe eyes world No. 5 lithium spot as Chinese investors boost capacity

The lithium industry in Africa's top producer has rapidly expanded, buoyed by about $1 billion of investments during the past two years by Chinese companies.

Reuters | July 27, 2023 | 7:30 am