Ma’aden extracts lithium from seawater The Saudi Arabia project is still a pilot and not yet at commercially viable levels, Ma'aden's CEO said. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 10:02 am
Copper’s record rise steadies as demand signals challenge bulls Many participants in the physical trade have been warning that prices were running ahead of signals of underlying market conditions. Bloomberg News | May 21, 2024 | 9:50 am
Solaris ends plan to sell stake to Zijin Mining, cites government rules Canada's government has taken a tough stance specifically on investments from China in critical minerals such as copper, graphite and lithium. Reuters | May 21, 2024 | 9:34 am
China’s gold imports slow as record prices temper demand The precious metal’s allure has been further dimmed by warnings from China’s authorities over excessive speculation. Bloomberg News | May 21, 2024 | 9:28 am
Power Nickel shares jump on Nisk drill results The Nisk deposit was first discovered by Inco, now Vale, in 1962. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 9:19 am
Kuya Silver begins production at Bethania mine in Peru Production is expected to ramp up progressively over the next year to an initial target of 350 tonnes per day. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 8:54 am
Portuguese company eyes two lithium refineries in Iberia by 2030 Lifthium is planning to source the raw materials from different regions around the world, including South America. Reuters | May 21, 2024 | 8:25 am
Sandvik, Glencore explore second life for BEV batteries with energy storage pilot The energy storage pilot is expected to support mine services such as lighting and light EV charging at the Glencore operations. Staff Writer | May 21, 2024 | 8:18 am
Nutrien potash mine closed for investigation after fatal accident An employee died Sunday at a Nutrien potash mine in Saskatchewan. Reuters | May 21, 2024 | 8:17 am