NextSource looks to tap Saudi perks for $280 million graphite anode plant The proposed site would produce 20,000 tonnes a year of graphite anode active material for lithium-ion batteries, according to a technical study. Colin McClelland - The Northern Miner | June 27, 2024 | 8:05 am
Uzbek copper producer will spend $15 billion to more than double output AGMK's plans include boosting both mining and ore processing facilities and the construction of a new smelter. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:57 am
Disputed Sigma Lithium land has ‘probable’ reserves, study shows The mineral rights for the land have been caught up in a legal dispute between Sigma CEO Ana Cabral and her ex-husband Calvyn Gardner, a former co-CEO. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:54 am
China’s Norinco agrees to buy struggling Congo cobalt miner Chemaf The deal with Norin Mining will enable Chemaf to settle its debts. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:43 am
London Metal Exchange mulls adding warehouse in Hong Kong The LME is exploring whether to license a warehouse in Hong Kong as it seeks to strengthen services to clients in China. Bloomberg News | June 27, 2024 | 7:40 am
In race to regain rare earth glory, Europe falls short on mineral goals The European continent has rich rare earth deposits, but there is currently no mining of them. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:33 am
Antofagasta lowers copper treatment fees for some Chinese smelters The miner has agreed a sharp reduction to copper treatment and refining charges to $23.25 a metric ton and $2.325 cents a pound. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:22 am
Vale expects to regain Onca Puma and Sossego copper mine licences Both licenses are expected to be reinstated within 48 hours. Reuters | June 27, 2024 | 7:17 am
AngloGold boosts investment in Brazil as it mulls Corrego’s fate While it is investing $198m in the country this year, AngloGold may still sell its Córrego do Sítio gold complex. Staff Writer | June 27, 2024 | 7:15 am