June 11, 2021 Researchers, consortium to push for higher uptake of lead batteries UK-based scientists are developing advanced models that allow for predictions on lead battery behaviour for utility grid storage.
May 26, 2021 Australian police arrest 11 protesting against MMG’s Tasmania waste storage plan Police last week broke up the protesters' camp 142 days after it was set up in an effort to protect the environment.
May 12, 2021 China April copper, zinc production up m/m; lead output down China's main copper smelters increased production in April by 0.85% from the previous month.
May 7, 2021 Home: Lead and zinc miss out on the supercycle party Lead and zinc have been lifted by the broader metallic rally but seem reluctant participants.
May 1, 2021 Record metals prices catapult mining profits beyond big oil The mining windfall is the latest sign of a boom in iron ore, copper and other metals that’s sending an inflationary wave through the global economy.
April 30, 2021 Aurania reports new Ag-Zn-Pb discovery in Ecuador, stock up The new discovery is an extension to the high-grade silver-zinc-lead mineralization at Tiria-Shimpia.
April 28, 2021 Kristeneberg mine expansion to cost Boliden $150m The expansion will help boost mill throughput to 1.8 million tonnes annually in the Boliden area of Sweden.
April 27, 2021 Glencore agrees to take over Weser-Metall lead plant The acquisition is being done through Nordenham Metall GmbH, which will take over all personnel.
April 22, 2021 Start-ups aim to change car battery recycling, clean up world’s most polluting industry A handful of startups are trying to find a new way to recycle used car batteries, using water, chemicals and electricity to produce lead instead of the hazardous.
April 7, 2021 Solar power to reduce emissions, costs at Trevali’s Rosh Pinah mine A new power purchase agreement is expected to reduce energy costs at Rosh Pinah by 18%.
EU risks slow demise of aluminum industry if carbon tax not scrapped, Constellium CEO says The upcoming tax - coupled with concerns over supply - has pushed up European premiums for physical metal to a 10-month high. December 05, 2025 | 10:47 am
