Pentagon has strategic germanium stockpile, but no gallium reserves – spokesperson
China announced export restrictions on the two metals used in semiconductors.
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Freeport-McMoran faces potential halt of activities in Indonesia
Without the awaited export permit, Freeport will have to suspend operations, resulting in significant implications for overall operations and sales of mining products.
New, highly conductive metallic gel allows 3D printing of solid objects at room temperature
US-based researchers have developed a metallic gel that is highly electrically conductive and can be used to print three-dimensional solid objects at room temperature.
UK needs to revive rich mining past to counter China’s minerals grip
The reopening of the South Crofty tin mine in Cornwall is part of a wave of mining activity across England’s southwestern tip.
SQM grows Aussie footprint on earn-in deal with Tambourah
SQM will invest at least A$1.5 million ($1m) and up to A$3 million ($2m) to earn an initial 50% in all mineral rights at Julimar project.
European Lithium says Luxembourg’s GEM to fund $125m for Austrian mine
Proceeds will be used to fund the development of the Wolfsberg lithium project in Austria.
Chile copper production at main mines down in May
Copper output from Escondida fell 21.5% to 83,900 metric tons.
US says it opposes export controls by China on metals, will consult allies
The United States "firmly" opposes export controls announced by China on gallium and germanium, a US Commerce Department spokesperson said.
Gold price could hit $12,000-$15,000 long term as it enters new bull phase, says analyst
We are still in the early days of the gold bull market, according to those at Goehring & Rozencwajg.
