April 21, 2025 UK flags possible security review as deep-sea mining licences go up for sale: FT The licences are held by UKSR, which was acquired in 2023 by Norway's Loke Marine Minerals from US defense contractor Lockheed Martin.
April 17, 2025 Indonesian nickel smelter group asks for royalty hike delay until prices rise Later this month, Indonesia will start imposing higher royalty fees of 14% to 19% on nickel ore output.
April 17, 2025 Blackwater founder and Trump ally strikes mineral security deal with Congo The initiative aligns with a broader minerals-for-security deal being negotiated between the DRC and the Trump administration.
April 17, 2025 Turkish nickel bull plans $2 billion M&A spree to rival China After making his fortune in chrome and shipping, billionaire Robert Yuksel Yildirim is on a hunt for nickel mines.
April 17, 2025 Kodal clears key permit hurdle for Mali lithium mine Transferring the Bougouni lithium license to its subsidiary clears the way for export approvals and compliance with the Malian government.
April 16, 2025 Indonesia hikes mining royalties to fund Prabowo policies According to a government document, a flat levy of 10% on nickel ore production will be replaced with taxes varying from 14% to 19%.
April 15, 2025 Impossible Metals seeks mining lease near American Samoa The California-based company said it has developed a robotic device with a large claw that uses artificial intelligence to distinguish between nodules and aquatic life.
April 14, 2025 Study confirms drop-in electrode technology enables 10 minute EV charging at -10°C US company said its platform can provide the charge even at low temperatures—without compromising safety, cycle life, or compatibility with existing manufacturing processes.
April 14, 2025 Deadly landslide in Indonesia’s nickel hub signals supply risk At least two workers were killed after an accident at the Morowali Industrial Park on Sulawesi island.
April 11, 2025 Manganese X poised to begin pre-feasibility study at Battery Hill The new results include assays from 12 drill holes that confirmed strong mineralization in several key areas.
China’s rare earth magnet exports to US decline in November Shipments to the US totaled about 582 tons, compared with 656 tons in October. December 20, 2025 | 08:30 am
