Western lithium, graphite miners boost prices for ESG-friendly supply
The surcharges mirror a plan from the rare earths industry as Beijing exerts control of the critical minerals market.
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Swiss-based ARCORE finds rich lithium deposit in Bosnia
The company said it has a strategic partnership with Canadian-German company Rock Tech Lithium.
Trafigura and Korea Zinc agree to build nickel refinery in South Korea
The amount of nickel to be supplied by Trafigura will range from about 20,000-40,000 metric tons per annum.
Lithium explorer Li-FT Power closes $9 million public offering
The proceeds will used to fund exploration at the company's flagship Yellowknife lithium project in the Northwest Territories.
Freeport CEO ‘encouraged’ by signs of US-China thaw
"We have to wait and see whether it's a watershed moment or not," Richard Adkerson said.
CMOC sees electricity as constraint on Congo expansion
To improve the power supply, CMOC has been looking to tap hydropower projects and other new energy sources.
EU proposes to ban Russian diamonds from start of 2024
The proposal is part of a new sanctions package to curb Russia's ability to finance its invasion of Ukraine.
Lower silver output in Peru, Mexico to drag down global production
Global mined silver production will fall 2% to 820 million ounces this year due to lower output from operations in the two countries.
Industry pens open letter to universities on the importance of materials, minerals & mining
Six organisations have signed an open letter to UK university leaders setting out the essential role of materials, minerals and mining in modern society.
