Metals traders ‘self sanction’ key Russian palladium, disrupting markets Traders are concerned about getting stuck with Russian-branded bars if they are unable to sell them. Bloomberg News | May 23, 2022 | 9:09 am
Mine auction draws 3,448 bids amid scramble for lithium The Dechenonba lithium mine in Sichuan’s Yajiang area covers 1.14 square kilometers, with estimated reserves of 24.9 million tonnes. Bloomberg News | May 23, 2022 | 9:01 am
Legendary lithium riches from Bolivia’s salt flats may still just be a mirage Bolivia has a history of unfulfilled promise with lithium. Reuters | May 23, 2022 | 8:47 am
Nornickel cuts estimate of 2022 global palladium deficit It expects a global palladium market deficit of 100,000 ounces and a global nickel market surplus of 37,000 tonnes in 2022. Reuters | May 23, 2022 | 8:39 am
Glencore to appear in court in US, UK over corruption probe Glencore is being investigated by the U.S. Department of Justice and Brazilian authorities in the Car Wash scandal. MINING.COM Staff Writer | May 23, 2022 | 7:30 am
Africa’s domestic mining sector not severely impacted by sanctions against Russia – report The Economist Intelligence Unit says Russian mining activities in Sub‑Saharan Africa will be impacted by sanctions but without having a serious negative impact on domestic mining sectors. Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | May 22, 2022 | 11:55 am
How robots can help build offshore wind turbines more quickly Western leaders who want to wean their economies off Russian fossil fuels are facing tremendous challenges. Bloomberg News | May 22, 2022 | 10:17 am
Indian steelmakers face hit on Europe deals over export tax Indian steel firms could be forced to cancel European orders after an overnight decision to impose export taxes on steel products. Reuters | May 22, 2022 | 10:01 am
Chile aims to outline state lithium firm model this year, minister says The Gabriel Boric administration is keen to get more closely involved in the booming market for lithium. Reuters | May 22, 2022 | 9:47 am