Protests cast doubt on approval of First Quantum’s contract in Panama
Locals called for a national march to demand the rejection of a deal between First Quantum and the government over the giant copper mine.
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Swiss research-backed company plans to bring solid-state battery to market
Switzerland-based researchers say it is time to rethink battery technology.
Trident invests $10 million in Utah lithium project
Trident is acquiring a 2.5% net smelter return royalty from Atherton Resources covering Anson Resources’ flagship Paradox lithium project.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance marks fifth year of QMEA GIRLS mentoring program
The academy encourages a talent pipeline of employees into vocational and professional careers, with a focus on female and Indigenous participation.
Argentine potash mine finalizes selection of $1bn investor
Mendoza province completed the bid selection process to resume development of the Rio Colorado mine, a decade after Vale withdrew from the project.
Codelco to hand over 24,000 hectares for glacier park
The glacier park sits along the upper part of the Olivares and Colorado river basins.
Iran slows uranium production after secret diplomacy
Iran’s stockpile of highly-enriched uranium grew just 7% in the last three months compared with a 30% increase in the previous quarter.
Chile’s copper production up 1.7% in July
Total copper production rose to 430,900 metric tons for the month.
Miner ARM to tread carefully in hunt for overpriced green assets
African Rainbow Minerals is seeking lithium and copper acquisitions but is concerned about "crazy money" being paid for metal assets.
