Nornickel examining impact of latest US sanctionsThe US imposed sanctions on several Nornickel subsidiaries as well as on the Bystrinsky copper and gold project.Reuters | August 26, 2024 | 6:54 am
Canada to hit China with tariffs on electric vehicles, steelThe government announced a 100% levy on electric cars and…Bloomberg News | August 26, 2024 | 6:46 am
Societe Generale leaves London Metal Exchange’s open-outcry trading floorThe SocGen move leaves seven members operating in the LME…Reuters | August 23, 2024 | 7:36 am
Vale considers listing base metals business in late 2026 Speaking at the FT Mining Summit, chairman Mark Cutifani said Vale Base Metals could be valued at $40 billion. Staff Writer | September 27, 2024 | 9:20 am
SQM seeks lithium partner to finance international expansion The Santiago-based firm is offering a minority stake in its recently formed international lithium division. Bloomberg News | September 27, 2024 | 7:40 am
Glencore Congo copper mine hit with $894 million royalty row Kamoto is one of the largest mines in Congo, exporting 200,000 tonnes of copper and 16,000 tonnes of cobalt in 2023. Bloomberg News | September 27, 2024 | 7:01 am
How Europe’s battery hope has become a symbol of the EV bust Northvolt was supposed to power Europe’s response to the likes of Tesla and China’s fast-growing electric vehicle makers. Bloomberg News | September 26, 2024 | 5:05 pm
EnergyX raises another $50 million, opens new production facility in Austin, Texas The company's technology has raised over $110 million and is backed by investors including General Motors, Eni, and POSCO. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 1:33 pm
Volt Lithium achieves first production in Texas The company began operating its DLE system on September 17, 2024, and is currently optimizing its field unit. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 11:56 am
Kodal Minerals flags possible delay in first production at Bougouni lithium project Weather impacts could lead to a potential delay in first production by a few weeks to early Q1 2025. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 9:28 am
Chile selects 6 sites for private lithium projects In October, the government will begin consulting indigenous communities near the areas. Reuters | September 26, 2024 | 6:51 am
Russia, Mali discuss joint lithium and solar projects The two countries are discussing the development of the first lithium production in Mali. Reuters | September 26, 2024 | 6:48 am