US, EU set to miss critical minerals agreement this week The two allies have been trying to conclude an agreement for many months now but have repeatedly failed to do so. Bloomberg News | April 3, 2024 | 7:46 am
Glencore backs EVelution Energy’s cobalt plant plans The mining and commodities trader giant will provide EVelution with long-term supplies of cobalt hydroxide. Staff Writer | April 3, 2024 | 5:46 am
Tullett Prebon launches battery metals trading desk Tullett currently trades base metals such as copper, aluminum and zinc listed on the London Metal Exchange. Reuters | April 2, 2024 | 10:07 am
Lithium trading hits record on CME as funds seize budding market The drop in lithium prices has flipped the market into a contango, creating opportunities for funds. Bloomberg News | April 2, 2024 | 8:10 am
Electra Battery to source cobalt from Eurasian Resources for Ontario refinery Once fully commissioned, the refinery could produce sufficient cobalt for up to 1.5 million electric vehicles annually. Staff Writer | April 2, 2024 | 6:30 am
Sigma Lithium expands production capacity, targets doubling output by 2025 The miner plans to increase production at its Grota do Cirilo project to 520,000 tonnes per year. Staff Writer | April 1, 2024 | 8:45 am
Volt Lithium’s cost cuts help Alberta project weather metal price crash The company has cut nearly two-thirds of its lithium production cost. Colin McClelland | April 1, 2024 | 6:47 am
Chile’s mining production up 7.7% in February Following one of the most challenging periods for miners in Chile in years, the country’s industry is finally picking up. Staff Writer | April 1, 2024 | 5:09 am
NextSource applies to build graphite plant in Mauritius The facility will have capacity to produce 3,600 tonnes of battery-grade graphite a year, increasing to 14,400 tonnes after 2024. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 1, 2024 | 3:47 am