US bans imports from five more Chinese companies over Uyghur forced laborAmong them is Zijin Mining's subsidiary Xinjiang Habahe Ashele Copper.Reuters | August 8, 2024 | 11:44 am
USGS releases first study to assess global earthquake risk to mineral supplies Earthquakes have the potential to substantially affect mining operations, leading…Staff Writer | July 18, 2024 | 4:43 pm
Royal Cornwall Museum unveils new mineral gallery with 12,000 samplesHome to over one million artefacts, RCM is the caretaker…Staff Writer | July 11, 2024 | 4:30 pm
US chemicals company develops portfolio of catalysts to solve materials challenge in hydrogen Mattiq leveraged AI technology in the "world’s most comprehensive study of iridium alternatives". Amanda Stutt | October 6, 2023 | 11:49 am
China’s grip on germanium gets challenged by new Congo plant China restricted exports of the metal in August amid an escalation of trade war on technology with the US and Europe. Bloomberg News | October 6, 2023 | 9:28 am
With bulked up resource base, Wicheeda REE project ready to advance to prefeasiblity The Vancouver-based miner aims to produce an average of 25,000 tonnes of rare earth oxides per year, approximately 10% of the world’s current production. Amanda Stutt | September 29, 2023 | 2:39 pm
China exported no germanium, gallium in Aug after export curbs In July, China announced restrictions on the export of eight gallium and six germanium products. Reuters | September 20, 2023 | 8:37 am
How to optimize cement production to reduce limestone use Researchers are working to make it easier to steer cement production towards a lower climate impact. Staff Writer | September 11, 2023 | 6:06 am
US Inflation Reduction Act impact report lays bare critical mineral supply fault lines The combined IRA and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law contribute a staggering $502 billion to new climate and energy investment. Henry Lazenby | September 1, 2023 | 9:27 am
New feasibility study expands resource, mine life for Vulcan Minerals’ Great Atlantic salt project The company says the study represents a significant leap in economic viability compared to the preliminary economic assessment dated January 31. Staff Writer | August 28, 2023 | 10:13 am
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
Strange metals’ properties uncovered Understanding strange metals could help researchers identify new kinds of superconductivity. Staff Writer | August 22, 2023 | 6:06 am