New material improves li-ion battery charging speed by 10 times
Researchers say that by using nickel niobate in the anode of lithium-ion batteries, the charging speed can be improved by 10 times.
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Mining People: Bonterra, Ivanhoe Mines, Moneta Gold, Sherritt, Talon Metals
Key moves in the mining sector.
Chile elections may impact a third of the world’s copper supply
Leftist Gabriel Boric favours a more active role for the state and higher royalties, while extreme-right José Antonio Kast wants more private investment in state-owned Codelco and changes to mining property law.
Chinese firms to use INE copper prices more in international trade
Shanghai international copper futures launched one year ago.
Education spotlight: Understanding the mining industry
‘What is Mining’ answers questions on how the industry operates and how to lay solid foundations for mining projects and see them through to successful completion.
KaMin to acquire BASF kaolin minerals
The transaction includes production hub sites in Daveyville, Toddville, Edgar, Gordon and related mines, reserves and mills in Toomsboro and Sandersville in Georgia.
Thyssenkrupp finds steel is the hardest sell in company’s breakup
The disposal of its heart-and-soul steel business is the next step in a dramatic downsizing that’s pulling the manufacturer back from the brink.
China Moly says green push to unleash extraordinary metal demand
The length of copper’s bull market will depend on the pace of the clean energy transition, the company says.
