Congo wants ERG copper, cobalt assets in bid to regain control
The government and state-owned miner Gecamines say ERG has been too slow to develop the deposits.
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OBITUARY: Don Bubar remembered as ‘key architect’ of critical minerals narrative
As enthusiasm for zero-emission technologies accelerates into the mainstream, Canada has lost one of its earliest and most ardent champions of critical minerals.
Improving gold-nickel alloy may boost fuel cell development
AuNi nanoparticles have emerged as a promising non-platinum alternative in fuel cell catalytic reactions.
Another deadly coal accident in China threatens output growth
A gas explosion on Monday at a mine in China’s third-largest coal province killed 11, halting operations there and ending a month-long run of declining prices for thermal coal.
Traders in CO2 credits saddled with vast stranded-asset pile
Trafigura Group, the world’s largest trader of carbon-removal credits, has suspended a consignment as it awaits the results of a probe into the forestry project behind the units.
South32 sees China economic support helping base metals
Underlying earnings for the year ended June 30 came in at $916 million, lower than the $2.60 billion posted last year.
Whitehaven Coal’s 2024 output outlook below estimates, suspends share buyback
The country's largest independent coal miner reported a net profit after tax attributable of A$2.67 billion.
South32 Appin mine workers to continue strike as talks stall
The trade union said in a statement that the workers at the mine and the company failed to reach an agreement on Wednesday.
Rio Tinto inks agreement with Madagascar government on QMM operations
Deal will enhance the benefits for the people of Madagascar and support a sustainable future for the ilmenite mine, Rio says.
