February 29, 2024

Indonesia says its nickel supply will keep global prices low

Nickel prices plunged by around 45% last year, and dipped briefly below $16,000 a ton earlier this month.

February 29, 2024

India launches second part of critical minerals auction worth $362 billion

A total of 18 critical mineral blocks, including tungsten, vanadium, cobalt and nickel, will be auctioned in eight states across the country.

February 28, 2024

BHP launches major worldwide restructuring, AFR reports

The changes led by CEO Mike Henry will see several specialist teams disbanded and their functions reassigned in a bid to cut costs and simplify operations.

February 28, 2024

Australia considers tax credit for minerals processing, says industry group

The government is considering a 10% production tax credit that would apply to companies developing processing facilities for critical minerals.

February 27, 2024

Glencore banks on Anuri mine to extend life of Raglan nickel-copper project

The Raglan project has proven and probable reserves of 31.9 million tonnes grading 2.12% nickel, 0.81% copper and 0.05% cobalt.

February 27, 2024

Indonesia mining ministry working to approve more nickel, tin quotas

Miners and smelting companies have been concerned by delays in the approvals.

February 27, 2024

BatMan project uses lasers to optimize EV batteries

A new laser patterning process to alter the microstructure of battery electrode materials has the potential to unlock significant improvements to electrified transportation.

February 26, 2024

Vale says court overturns suspensions of Sossego, Onca Puma mines

Vale produced 66,800 metric tons of copper in 2023 in Sossego.

February 26, 2024

Legacy uses AI to discover platinum in Australia

Proponents predict AI will be indispensable to help the industry ramp up the supply of battery metals for the global energy transition to fight climate change.

February 26, 2024

Nickel faces existential moment with half of mines unprofitable

Nickel price fell 45% last year, and is currently hovering around $17,000 a ton.