UK students to use AI, robotics to develop nuclear decommissioning solutions UK students are being challenged with developing a small robot capable of transporting nuclear waste. Staff Writer | May 10, 2024 | 6:32 am
Lucara Diamond records strong quarter at Karowe mine Key milestones, including the recovery of high-quality diamonds at the Botswana mine and a new long-term sales deal, contributed to the results. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 10, 2024 | 3:40 am
Mexico eliminates aluminum import tariffs to combat shortage The majority of Mexico’s raw aluminum imports come from Asian countries, with 42% of the total coming from China in February. Bloomberg News | May 9, 2024 | 4:16 pm
Nokia and Alcon to deploy first private LTE network in Americas supporting lithium mining Private wireless network will support 200 Sigma Lithium employees. Staff Writer | May 9, 2024 | 3:09 pm
Anglo American’s South Africa investors open to improved BHP bid The investors, who collectively hold more than 15% of Anglo American, told FT that BHP would need to sweeten its offer. Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 2:32 pm
Savannah could request compulsory land acquisitions for Portuguese lithium project The company requires around 840 hectares for its four-mine project in the Barroso region. Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 10:44 am
NexGen stock rises on $250m uranium purchase deal The uranium developer inked an agreement with MMCap International for the procurement of 2.7 million pounds of uranium concentrate. Staff Writer | May 9, 2024 | 9:05 am
E3 Lithium expands Calgary lab to incorporate lithium carbonate production The development facility, located at the University of Calgary, has been operational since early 2021. Staff Writer | May 9, 2024 | 8:17 am
BHP-Anglo American deal raises alarm in Japan’s steel industry Steelmakers have raised concerns with Australian authorities that BHP could become too dominant in the global supply of coking coal. Reuters | May 9, 2024 | 7:54 am