August 3, 2023

EMP Metals, University of Regina to research sources of subsurface lithium

EMP has agreed to support the work of the university’s geologist Dr. Leslie Robbins by providing C$30,000 in financial support over two years.

August 3, 2023

Albemarle jumps into global race to reinvent lithium production

A successful move into the DLE sector would likely cement Albemarle's dominance in the fast-growing industry.

August 2, 2023

Liontown agrees to deliver lithium direct shipping ore product

DSO, which is a relatively unprocessed ore and is easier to produce, is expected to provide an early source of revenue for the company.

August 2, 2023

Albemarle boosts profit forecast on surging lithium demand, shares jump

The company posted net income for the second quarter ended June 30 of $650 million, or $5.52 per share.

August 2, 2023

Sayona ships NAL lithium concentrate, begins revenue stream

The shipment totaled 25,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate to be sold into the global spot market via a major trading company.

August 2, 2023

Oil driller Pioneer is trying to mine lithium from dirty fracking water

The company is testing whether it’s feasible to extract minerals from the large amounts of dirty water generated by drilling in the Permian Basin.

August 2, 2023

India passes law allowing auction and mining of lithium reserves

Minerals that will now be open for mining and auction also include titanium, beryl, niobium and zirconium.

August 1, 2023

Pilbara Minerals gets board nod for pilot lithium plant

The company and Calix received board approvals to build a demonstration plant to process lithium at the Pilgangoora project in Western Australia.

August 1, 2023

China’s metals and mining investment overseas to hit record in 2023 – report

Chinese investments and new contracts in the metals and mining sector topped $10 billion during the first half of 2023, a 131% growth year-on-year.

August 1, 2023

Rio Tinto looking at possible lithium deals, Stausholm says

The company would like to buy an asset in Canada, according to its CEO.