Chinese money still chasing Canadian critical mining deals despite Ottawa’s scrutiny The inbound flow is raising hopes among some junior miners that it will be easier to find Chinese funding. Reuters | February 27, 2024 | 7:56 am
Indonesia mining ministry working to approve more nickel, tin quotas Miners and smelting companies have been concerned by delays in the approvals. Reuters | February 27, 2024 | 7:49 am
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. Staff Writer | February 27, 2024 | 6:06 am
SRG Mining’s move to UAE would avoid national security review on Chinese investment in Canada The Canadian government has scrutinized Chinese investment in the country’s junior mining sector. Staff Writer | February 26, 2024 | 4:41 pm
Panama to defend interests in First Quantum case, official says The mine shutdown has reinforced downward pressure on the country's credit rating. Reuters | February 26, 2024 | 2:22 pm
United Steelworkers signs non-disclosure agreement with Nippon Steel USW is the main union representing US Steel. Reuters | February 26, 2024 | 1:43 pm
Vale says court overturns suspensions of Sossego, Onca Puma mines Vale produced 66,800 metric tons of copper in 2023 in Sossego. Reuters | February 26, 2024 | 1:28 pm
Fury Gold Mines buys Newmont’s 50% stake in Éléonore South project in Quebec Newmont said last week it planned to sell six non-core assets. Staff Writer | February 26, 2024 | 12:03 pm
Rio Tinto gets $13 million from Canada to decarbonize iron ore processing The government funding represents about 25% of the total cost of the project in Labrador West. Reuters | February 26, 2024 | 11:57 am