July 30, 2020

Pilbara Minerals says lithium prices may be near bottom

Lithium has experienced a prolonged price fall due to slowing sales in China.

July 29, 2020

European Metals, EU body partner to advance Cinovec lithium project

The Cinovec project is the largest hard rock lithium deposit in Europe.

July 28, 2020

New Century, Vale delay nickel mine deal

New Century now has until September to present a binding offer for the New Caledonia nickel-cobalt complex.

July 27, 2020

Chile judge calls for water study on ‘fragile’ lithium-rich Atacama salt flat

The decision reignited concerns over SQM's ability to ramp up output to meet demand from the electric vehicle industry.

July 23, 2020

MINING.COM MINUTE: Biggest stories of the week

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July 23, 2020

Tesla offers “giant contract” to responsible nickel miners

Boss Elon Musk has a plea for mining companies: “Please mine more nickel.”

July 22, 2020

First Cobalt goes ahead with refinery expansion plan

Company says the expansion could save millions of dollars by lowering operating costs.

July 22, 2020

Karora Resources to sell 28% of Quebec nickel project

The company is selling its interest in Dumont to two private funds advised by Waterton Global Resource Management, for a total of up to $48 million.

July 22, 2020

Noram Ventures to drill at Zeus lithium project in Nevada

The Canadian miner says there is increased interest in lithium claystone deposits in the Clayton Valley.

July 20, 2020

Lithium Australia to refocus on battery recycling

Company to cut costs and jobs as its seeks to weather a slump in raw materials prices exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.