June 3, 2022

Antam targets 10% increase in nickel ore output

Nickel ore sales target at 10.05 million tonnes in 2022, up 31% annually.

June 2, 2022

BofA identifies the prime causes of violent metal short squeezes

LME inventories and non-commercial futures positioning are the primary drivers of metals short squeezes.

June 1, 2022

VW CEO says Tesla moves at double speed in changing industry

VW’s efforts to make changes are often held up by a convoluted governance structure.

June 1, 2022

Tailings dams must get community consent, ensure zero harm – report

Report recommends that new tailings facilities must not be constructed if the operator cannot ensure the safe and timely evacuation of communities in the area.

May 31, 2022

Eramet plans more lithium plants in South America

The French miner also eyes expansions into Chile and Bolivia as it shift towards metals needed for EVs and the green energy transition.

May 30, 2022

EVs vs. gas vehicles: What are cars made out of?

This infographic compares the minerals used in a typical electric car with a conventional gas car.

May 30, 2022

China’s EV growth forecasts are starting to look shaky

After all, who wants to spend big bucks on a vehicle right now in China?

May 30, 2022

Researchers demonstrate feasibility of using less cobalt, nickel in Li-ion batteries

Japanese scientists have demonstrated the feasibility of synthesizing electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries using inexpensive elements.

May 29, 2022

Glencore bribery cases draw in billionaire former executives

The US government said that two former top Glencore executives were personally involved in corruption.

May 29, 2022

VIDEO: Goldman expects “sharp correction” for lithium price and cobalt, nickel pullback

“That fundamental mispricing has in turn generated an outsized supply response well ahead of the demand trend.”