PDAC 2022: As ESG drives metal demand and constrains supply, miners will have to innovate

Teck’s vice-president of sustainable development gave examples of how the company is attempting to solve operational issues through innovation — including using ideas from Star Trek.

Naimul Karim | June 16, 2022 | 7:57 am

Tianqi Lithium wins nod for $1 billion Hong Kong listing

At $1 billion, Tianqi’s offering would be Hong Kong’s biggest listing so far this year.

Bloomberg News | June 16, 2022 | 7:41 am

Mexico union strikes at ArcelorMittal plant over profit sharing

Union said the company was refusing to share 10% of profits from the 2021 fiscal year among over 3,500 direct employees.

Reuters | June 16, 2022 | 7:34 am

Top producer Russia thwarts move to redefine ‘conflict diamonds’

The rift in the Kimberley Process, which certifies rough diamond exports, risks paralyzing the body which makes decisions by consensus.

Reuters | June 16, 2022 | 5:19 am

Researchers figure out how to make solid-state batteries charge faster, last longer

In a study in the journal Nature Materials, researchers explain what makes them short-circuit.

Staff Writer | June 16, 2022 | 5:05 am

BHP to shut Mount Arthur coal mine as buyers walk

BHP is, hower, seeking approval to keep the mine running beyond 2026, until 2030, amid high coal prices and a tight market.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 16, 2022 | 3:46 am

Bolivia again delays announcement on lithium mining tie-ups

Meanwhile, none of the short-listed firms have exploited lithium at a commercial scale before.

Reuters | June 15, 2022 | 4:23 pm

Gold’s floor price is getting higher, top producer Newmont says

As global markets wilt on fears of stagflation, gold has stayed relatively resilient given its haven status.

Bloomberg News | June 15, 2022 | 4:04 pm

Chinese stimulus, lower supply from Russia to keep nickel prices high – report

Nickel prices will edge higher in Q322 as Chinese stimulus measures improve the demand outlook and the Russia- Ukraine war continues to disrupt supply, says Fitch.

Staff Writer | June 15, 2022 | 3:02 pm

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