November 10, 2025 Ionic Rare Earths signs preliminary deal for US recycling plant Ionic said it was looking to replicate the capability it has demonstrated at its Belfast recycling plant.
November 7, 2025 Tungsten West produces first trial concentrate at Hemerdon mine in UK Hemerdon, formerly known as Drakelands mine, has a history of mining activity dating back to 1918.
November 6, 2025 Komatsu announces new Canada distribution centre The new facility, spanning approximately 135,000 square feet, will double the capacity of Komatsu’s existing warehouse.
November 6, 2025 Study warns deep-sea mining waste threatens marine food chain Research shows that deep discharge of mining waste must be assessed, as its impact on ocean ecosystems varies and could cause harm.
November 5, 2025 International Council on Mining and Metals releases tailings progress report The report found that 67% of 836 member facilities are now in full conformance with GISTM.
November 5, 2025 Prairie Lithium begins construction on North America’s largest DLE facility Prairie's facility would have a total of four commercial-scale DLE columns, with an anticipated arrival date of April 2026.
November 5, 2025 Electra restarts construction at Ontario cobalt refinery Electra’s refinery – which is targeted for commissioning in 2027 – will be the first of its kind in North America.
November 4, 2025 Sandvik introduces world’s first battery-powered cable bolter DS422iE is a battery-electric rock reinforcement drill rig designed for cement grouted cable-bolt installation in underground mines and tunnels.
November 4, 2025 California lithium company eyes 2026 IPO to attract US government investment Controlled Thermal Resources aims by next July to spin off its minerals assets and part of its geothermal power generation business.
November 4, 2025 From pickaxes to AI, COP30 host state holds past and future of Amazon mining In Para, illegal gold mining has devastated rivers and tributaries, fueling deforestation and mercury poisoning.
JPMorgan warns of ‘more volatility’ facing energy transition It’s clear that “oil and gas will remain a meaningful part of the energy mix for the foreseeable future,” analyst said. January 13, 2026 | 09:14 am
