US Commerce Department proposes hefty import curbs on steel, aluminum
Some U.S. lawmakers and steel and aluminum users have urged caution in any restrictions to avoid disruptions or price spikes in the raw materials.
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US seeks to boost output of 35 minerals, reduce import reliance
The administration wants to identify new domestic sources of critical minerals and increase domestic exploration, mining and recycling.
The future of automobile innovation
The auto market is expected to jump from $3.5 trillion (2015) to $6.7 trillion (2030) – and 30% of the revenue will come from new services.
Natural Resources Canada chooses partners to research rare earths production
During the research project, rare-earth-element ("REE") solutions will be prepared at the facilities of Ontario-based Process Research Ortech Inc.
Sweden hunts for cobalt as electrical vehicle race boosts demand
Sweden will step up efforts to find precious minerals such as cobalt and lithium, key battery components that are in demand among makers of EVs.
Deripaska takes on Potanin as mining tycoons battle in court
Three billionaires faced off in London court on Friday in a conflict triggered by Roman Abramovich’s desire to sell his stake in MMC Norilsk Nickel PJSC.
Rio Tinto’s Mongolian copper worries mount
Ulaanbaatar orders Rio Tinto to build domestic power plant for $5.3 billion expansion of Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine.
NioCorp’s product suite at its Elk Creek superalloy metals mine proposed as “critical minerals” under Trump initiative
NioCorp believes that the proposed listing significantly elevates the strategic importance of the Elk Creek Project.
Acacia Mining admits in talks with Chinese over potential sale of Tanzania assets
Tanzania's top gold producer said in conversations with potential investors over a stake in some or all of its operations in the East African nation.
