November 10, 2022

Australia extends $165 million in loans to local lithium miner

The 10-year debt facility will go toward expanding mining and processing at the Pilgangoora project.

November 10, 2022

Li-ion battery market to reach $430bn by 2033

According to IDTechEx, electric cars and transportation will represent the largest market.

November 8, 2022

Canadian lithium juniors assess legal options after Chinese investors ordered to divest

Canadian government ordered three Chinese companies to divest from Canadian companies involved in critical minerals exploration based on national security concerns.

November 8, 2022

Zimbabwe’s new mineral royalty policy comes into force

The government plans to start collecting half of the royalties from gold, diamonds, platinum group metals, and lithium.

November 7, 2022

After unveiling French project, Imerys sees lithium potential in UK’s Cornwall

Imerys announced in late October a plan to produce around 34,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide annually for at least 25 years from 2028.

November 7, 2022

Lithium frenzy sees China ceramics hub refocus on battery metals

Lithium has become super-expensive this year as car and battery manufacturers scour the planet for scarce supplies.

November 6, 2022

China opposes Canada’s order on lithium mining investments

China's commerce ministry urged Canada to stop politicizing economic and trade issues.

November 6, 2022

Battery metals deployment rises as EV sales continue to climb

Rising sale numbers in battery materials supply chains are the consequence of global passenger EV registrations rising by 42% in 2022 H1 compared to the same period the year prior.

November 4, 2022

Column: Canada slams the door on China in critical minerals race

The Canadian government ordered Chinese companies to divest their holdings in junior mining companies planning to develop lithium deposits.

November 3, 2022

Livent looks to Canada for lithium growth opportunities – CEO

Livent counts General Motors, BMW and Tesla as key customers.