Namibia investigates China’s Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy is investigating Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining in the lithium-rich Erongo region. Bloomberg News | December 18, 2024 | 8:00 am
Abaxx to launch nickel sulphate contract on January 10 The nickel sulphate contract will be priced in dollars and physically deliverable in Singapore. Reuters | December 18, 2024 | 7:54 am
Alrosa’s 2024 diamond output falls by 4.6% The miner announced plans last month to suspend some production in 2025 and cut staff as it grapples with low global prices. Reuters | December 18, 2024 | 7:50 am
Barrick Gold seeks arbitration over Mali mines dispute The miner said it could suspend operations if gold shipments remain blocked. Staff Writer | December 18, 2024 | 7:19 am
Lucara names two largest diamonds found in 2024 The 2,488ct diamond is named Motswedi ("water spring") and the 1,094ct stone is called Seriti ("aura" or "presence"). Cecilia Jamasmie | December 18, 2024 | 5:33 am
Volkswagen buys 9.9% of Patriot Battery Metals for $48 million Patriot's project will supply lithium to Volkswagen’s battery company PowerCo in Europe and North America. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 18, 2024 | 3:57 am
Vulcan Energy secures near $922m debt commitment for Lionheart project financing Lionheart is a major lithium and renewable energy initiative located in the Upper Rhine Valley brine field. Reuters | December 17, 2024 | 6:30 pm
BHP sees rising uncertainty for miners on trade as Trump returns Mining companies across the globe have been spooked by Trump’s plans to slap tariffs. Bloomberg News | December 17, 2024 | 3:41 pm
Apple says it has told suppliers to stop buying minerals from Congo Apple's statement came in response to a criminal complaint filed earlier in the day against the company in France and Belgium. Reuters | December 17, 2024 | 3:18 pm