USGS releases first study to assess global earthquake risk to mineral supplies Earthquakes have the potential to substantially affect mining operations, leading to supply chain disruptions that adversely affect the global economy. Staff Writer | July 18, 2024 | 4:43 pm
German Chancellor defends planned lithium deal with Serbia Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis are currently in discussions with Serbia’s government to invest in the country. Bloomberg News | July 18, 2024 | 11:56 am
Nornickel weighs projects in new top market China Nornickel executives held talks with potential Chinese partners this month and signed about 10 memorandums of understanding, Bloomberg sources say. Bloomberg News | July 18, 2024 | 11:52 am
US has second-longest mine development timeline in the world, S&P Global says Mines in the US go from discovery to production on an average of 29 years. MINING.COM Staff Writer | July 18, 2024 | 10:07 am
Australia’s Quantum Graphite receives $300m loan offer from US EXIM Bank Reuters | July 18, 2024 | 9:13 am
Mercedes, Stellantis in talks to back Serbia’s lithium plans Bloomberg News | July 18, 2024 | 7:12 am