Australian rare earths developer ASM eyes US defence funding ASM has been building funds to develop its $1.1 billion Dubbo rare earths project in New South Wales. Reuters | October 29, 2024 | 1:59 am
Australia risks losing its iron ore dominance, Fortescue CEO says Australia is the world's biggest supplier of seaborne iron ore, accounting for around half of global supply. Reuters | October 28, 2024 | 5:54 pm
US Energy Dept finalizes $2.26bn loan for Lithium Americas’ Nevada mine The loan, provisionally approved in March, is a key part of President Joe Biden's efforts to reduce dependence on lithium supplies from China. Reuters | October 28, 2024 | 2:04 pm
Galp in no rush to invest in lithium refinery with Northvolt The refinery, which was scheduled to start commercial operations in early 2026, is facing delays due to the complexity of the project. Reuters | October 28, 2024 | 10:49 am
AstroForge secures first-ever commercial license for asteroid mission Odin will become the first private mission to fly by a body in the Solar System besides the Moon, capturing images and data. Staff Writer | October 28, 2024 | 9:53 am
Atlas Lithium soars on Neves permit in Brazil Once operational, annual lithium production at Neves is projected to reach 300,000 tonnes. Staff Writer | October 28, 2024 | 8:13 am
Mining vs AI – It’s not even close Nvidia throws shade on the entire global mining industry. Frik Els | October 28, 2024 | 6:51 am
Koch inks first lithium deal backed by recovery-rate promise Koch agreed to license its DLE process to a joint venture of Standard Lithium Ltd. and Equinor ASA. Bloomberg News | October 28, 2024 | 6:49 am
Nornickel raises 2024 production guidance for all metals The Russian company increased nine-month copper and palladium output year on year while platinum and nickel were unchanged. Reuters | October 28, 2024 | 4:11 am
