China’s companies are going to any length for a hold on lithium
The chip shortage that’s gripped the car industry by the throat is a reminder to EV executives in China of what might happen if they run short of lithium.
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China’s Chengxin submits bid for Ukraine lithium deposits
The bid underscores Shenzhen-based Chengxin's ambitious overseas expansion plans.
Nornickel ups investment forecast by $6 billion over next decade
The company, whose investments were previously expected to pass their peak in 2026, now expects this to happen in 2028.
Stellantis inks deal with Vulcan for CO2-free lithium supply in Europe
Vulcan already has supply deals with Belgian recycling group Umicore and South Korea's LG Chem Ltd.
Plant cellulose can be used to extract neodymium from e-waste
Penn State University researchers developed new nanotechnology to separate neodymium found in electronic waste using plant cellulose.
Hummingbird Resources shares collapse after halting Mali mine
It said the stoppage will affect full-year production, placing it below the bottom end of its 100,000 to 110,000 gold ounces range for 2021.
Russian state-controlled firm enters lithium project in Argentina
Uranium One will buy a 15% stake in Alpha One Lithium, which owns the Tolillar lithium deposit in Argentina.
Implats acquires 24% of Royal Bafokeng, offers to buy out remaining shares
The platinum group metals miner wants to buy shares it doesn't already own in Royal Bafokeng in a 150 rand cash-and-stock deal.
China’s coal prices plunge after govt signals more price regulation
Some coal miners at top mining regions have caped prices at 900 yuan a tonne.