October 3, 2024

India, US sign pact to cooperate on critical battery mineral supply chains

Indian trade minister Piyush Goya described the agreement as a memorandum of understanding but did not provide further details on its scope.

October 3, 2024

Mining industry needs $2.1 trillion in new investments by 2050 — BloombergNEF

The report highlights that critical energy transition metals could face supply deficits this decade — some as early as this year.

October 3, 2024

Glencore-Congo mine row tied to sanctioned ex-partner Gertler

Dan Gertler was sanctioned by the US in 2017 over alleged corruption.

October 3, 2024

Power Nickel hits “biggest intersection yet” at Quebec project

The goal is to determine the potential of its NISK asset, known for its rich deposits of nickel, copper, cobalt and other critical minerals.

October 3, 2024

Canada Nickel files Crawford project’s federal impact statement

Submission of the document, which it expects to complete within the next six weeks, is a critical requirement for obtaining federal permits.

October 2, 2024

Lack of capital rises to top risk in EY mining survey

Mining companies are seeking a wider range of capital sources, while companies are also considering partnerships or JVs to help reduce risks and financing requirements.

October 2, 2024

Madagascar’s nickel and cobalt miner Ambatovy shuts down ore pipeline

Traders said that the incident could tighten supplies in the cobalt market.

October 2, 2024

Uganda sets up state-owned firm to take stakes in mining operations

All mining activities in the east African country have previously been done by private firms after obtaining exploration and mining licenses.

October 1, 2024

Eurasian Resources replaces Sobotka as CEO With scion of founding trio

The move is the latest step in a generational transition at the company.

September 25, 2024

Kamala Harris calls for US critical minerals reserve, tax credits

The plan, part of a $100 billion industrial policy vision, also called for the use of emergency government powers under the Cold War-era Defense Production Act.