July 31, 2024

Liontown kicks off lithium production in Western Australia

The Kathleen Valley lithium mine is expected to reach production capacity of 3 million tonnes per year in early 2025.

July 30, 2024

Australia’s IGO flags job cuts as nickel price slumps

As part of the restructure, IGO will focus on maximizing value from its lithium business, including its Greenbushes lithium mine.

July 30, 2024

New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds

Researchers at Rice University used microwave radiation and a biodegradable solvent to expedite lithium recovery.

July 30, 2024

SRG Mining completes move to UAE, rebrand to Falcon Energy

The company said this is a move that would provide it with "expanded strategic options" for its Lola graphite project in Guinea.

July 29, 2024

Saudis see Codelco as good option for lithium partnership

Codelco is navigating one of the most challenging periods in its nearly 50-year history after a series of setbacks at projects and mines.

July 29, 2024

South Star’s Brazil graphite mine to begin production in September

The Phase 1 plant has the capacity to produce approximately 12,000 tonnes per year of natural flake graphite concentrates.

July 29, 2024

The future of deep sea mining hinges on a contentious election

International Seabed Authority head incumbent Michael Lodge faces Leticia Carvalho, a Brazilian ocean scientist.

July 29, 2024

Sayona, Piedmont mark improvements at NAL as lithium price slides further

In the second quarter, NAL produced 49,660 dry metric tonnes of 5.3% concentrate – 23% more than the previous quarter.

July 28, 2024

Building the market for sustainable metals

The first generation of metals produced with little or no carbon emissions is headed to market.

July 27, 2024

Big Oil seizes lithium opportunities

Mining companies could benefit in cash and technology as major fossil fuel companies invest in lithium.