Kodal ships record lithium output as Bougouni gains pace Kodal lifts output, exports and revenue at its lithium mine in Mali as record monthly production signals improving momentum. Staff Writer | April 14, 2026 | 4:55 am
Yancoal strikes $2.4B deal for Kestrel coal mine With the acquisition, Yancoal expands its footprint in Queensland, boosting scale and premium metallurgical coal output. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 14, 2026 | 3:57 am
Antofagasta flags fuel, sulfuric acid costs as chief risks despite steady operations CEO said the company has long-term contracts covering sulfuric acid, which it uses in a small portion of its operations. Reuters | April 13, 2026 | 4:41 pm
Metso and its distributor Nors expand presence in Western Canada Distribution will extend from British Columbia and Yukon to also cover Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories. Metso | April 13, 2026 | 4:25 pm
Stardust Power expands US lithium supply pipeline for Oklahoma refinery This potential supply represents a key step in securing US-based feedstock for the company’s Muskogee refinery as it advances toward construction. Staff Writer | April 13, 2026 | 4:12 pm
SQM executive expects lithium carbonate prices around $15-$18/kg in 2026 Lithium prices have recovered from a recent slump and risen to more than two-year highs. Reuters | April 13, 2026 | 3:49 pm
EU agrees on halving of steel imports via doubling of tariffs EU steel producers are operating at only 65% capacity due to rising imports and 50% US tariffs. Reuters | April 13, 2026 | 3:35 pm
Codelco, contractors fined after deadly mine collapse Records show the three contractors were fined the equivalent of about $87,000 combined, versus roughly $20,000 for Codelco. Reuters | April 13, 2026 | 2:10 pm
Lattice Materials breaks ground on Montana silicon-germanium plant The new 80,000-square-foot facility is a milestone in the company’s expansion and the buildout of next-generation domestic photonics capabilities. Staff Writer | April 13, 2026 | 1:03 pm