July 1, 2022 Copper, zinc, nickel price rout continues despite rebound in China manufacturing “It is increasingly clear that concerns about demand are taking precedence over supply issues in the metals markets”.
June 30, 2022 French President says deep-sea mining must not go ahead Deep-sea mining would involve using heavy machinery to suck up off the ocean floor nodules that contain cobalt, manganese, and other rare metals mostly used in batteries.
June 28, 2022 ‘Terrifying’: WWF chief hits out at plans to mine the deep sea WWF has called for a global moratorium on all deep-sea mining activities.
June 27, 2022 Mining firms poised to lead capital raisings in Canada, TSX CEO says A big source of capital for the critical minerals sector this year is coming from large corporations like BHP and Rio Tinto.
June 27, 2022 UBC tests carbon-capture potential of Inomin’s Beaver critical minerals project Inomin's inaugural 2021 drilling program at Beaver generated a significant discovery of high-grade magnesium and other critical minerals including nickel, chromium, and cobalt.
June 24, 2022 New US program targets rare minerals needs for EVs and solar panels The US is already sharing information with countries seeking foreign funding for mining projects and allied governments, foreign mining companies and financial institutions that can help kick-start projects.
June 23, 2022 One of world’s biggest cobalt mines is at stake in Congo fight A top executive from state mining company Gecamines said that partner CMOC Group Ltd. owes $7.6 billion in overdue payments.
June 23, 2022 US allots $74 million to critical minerals mapping Investment will fund research and mapping of areas with potential for critical minerals to strengthen key domestic supply chains.
June 22, 2022 Minnesota Court of Appeals dismisses challenge to PolyMet air permit Ruling ends string of litigation for one of copper-nickel project's key permits.
June 22, 2022 Electra begins talks on second cobalt refinery in Quebec Electra has been focused on creating North America's first integrated battery materials park near the town of Cobalt, Ontario.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am
