Governments turn against deep-sea mining as EV boom drives demand for metals

The deep ocean contains the largest estimated deposits of minerals on the planet, potentially worth trillions of dollars.

Bloomberg News | July 18, 2022 | 7:52 am

Russia ban seen tightening coal market that’s already surging

The European ban that takes effect next month “is expected to tighten further the supply of high-quality thermal coal.

Bloomberg News | July 18, 2022 | 7:41 am

LME delays by seven weeks requirement for OTC reporting

The delay to Sept. 5 from the original implementation date of July 18 was to ensure that data is reported properly and accurately, the LME said.

Reuters | July 15, 2022 | 11:04 am

UK fast-charging battery startup Nyobolt raises $59 million

Nyobolt has been developing battery anodes using niobium and tungsten that could enable EVs to charge in minutes.

Reuters | July 15, 2022 | 10:30 am

Rising costs dent profit for industrial tools maker Sandvik

The Swedish company's adjusted operating profit grew to 4.79 billion crowns ($453.35 million) from a year-earlier 4.09 billion.

Reuters | July 15, 2022 | 8:10 am

The view from England: Time called on mining graduates

The U.K. Mining Education Forum notes that no one has enrolled in mining engineering or mineral processing undergraduate courses in the country for the past two years.

Chris Hinde | July 15, 2022 | 5:55 am

VW’s battery business faces supply chain hurdles in road to IPO

PowerCo, which bundles the carmaker’s global battery efforts, is trying to secure raw materials amid surging prices and logistics issues.

Bloomberg News | July 14, 2022 | 8:07 pm

Law firm behind $7 billion BHP suit gets more cash for ESG cases

PGMBM, which has also brought class-action type suits against other large corporates including Volkswagen AG and British Airways, has received the funds from investment firm North Wall Capital LLP.

Bloomberg News | July 14, 2022 | 7:51 am

Ex-Anglo CEO talks to private equity on where to next pump money

Mark Cutifani is talking to private equity firms about new ways to invest in the mining sector as the energy transition gathers pace.

Bloomberg News | July 14, 2022 | 6:27 am

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