Water-based batteries store more energy than previously thought
US-based researchers are getting closer to developing metal-free batteries.
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First Mining finds growth potential at Springpole gold project
The Springpole gold project in Ontario is one of Canada’s largest open-pit deposits, set to produce more than 300,000 ounces a year.
Trafigura takes significant copper volumes from LME warehouses
Copper stocks in LME warehouses, at 56,800 tonnes, have fallen by more than 25% since the middle of March.
Botswana threatens break-up with De Beers in push for better diamond deal
The nation is seeking a larger share of rough diamonds and revenues from its long-standing partner De Beers.
The deep sea mining debate is “gone” — it’s happening, says The Metals Company CEO
Automakers and steelmaking companies have shown interest in the technology, according to Gerard Barron.
Coal supplying less US power than gas, renewables and nuclear
Coal use in the US power market is set to decline for a second year in succession.
Cleveland-Cliffs forecasts for Q2 headline earnings ‘multiple times higher’
The Ohio-based company is North America’s largest flat-rolled steel producer and controls a vast network of mines and shipping lanes on the Great Lakes carrying iron ore.
Ecuador mining opposition holding up $1 billion of investments
Ecuador has abundant mineral reserves but has lagged behind regional neighbors such as Peru and Chile in large-scale mining development.
Maximizing potential: The importance of effective equipment training and development
Sandvik’s Rotary Drilling Division will soon include another training technique to its repertoire—simulators, in a constantly evolving training technique.
