Zinnwald lithium project in Germany now 2nd largest in EU The project's mineral resources estimate has increased 445% since the previous report, released in late 2018. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 21, 2024 | 10:01 am
Rio Tinto board gives go-ahead on Simandou iron ore project "The board yesterday approved the largest mining project in the world," CEO Stausholm told the Financial Times. Staff Writer | February 21, 2024 | 9:47 am
China’s top coal producing region tells miners to curb overproduction Coal miners in Shanxi were asked to reduce output and carry out safety checks from March to May. Reuters | February 21, 2024 | 9:45 am
AMG cuts 2024 profit target as low lithium prices weigh The lithium supplier said it would reduce its headcount by around 200. Reuters | February 21, 2024 | 9:36 am
China lithium futures ride environmental rollercoaster The most-active July contract on the Guangzhou Futures Exchange surged by 10%. Reuters | February 21, 2024 | 9:20 am
SQM makes $9.4m follow-on investment in UK battery recycling firm Since SQM's initial investment of $2.57 million last year, Altilium has hit a number of key development milestones. Staff Writer | February 21, 2024 | 8:51 am
Aluminum price surges as White House plans fresh sanctions on Russia President Joe Biden said the US plans to unveil a “major” sanctions package against Moscow on Friday. Bloomberg News | February 21, 2024 | 8:22 am
In election year, South African mines bleed cash, jobs The country's biggest mining investors are halting plans to spend billions of rand on new projects in response to a slump in profits. Reuters | February 21, 2024 | 7:54 am
Rio Tinto reports 12% profit drop but returns more cash to investors The miner said it expects Pilbara production costs to rise in 2024 due to persistent labor and parts inflation. Reuters | February 21, 2024 | 7:50 am