June 27, 2024

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.

June 27, 2024

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.

June 26, 2024

Norge Mining awarded vanadium, titanium and iron ore extraction rights in Norway

The company's application for extraction rights represents one of the first projects to go through the Norwegian government’s “fast-track” process.

June 26, 2024

Trafigura clinches share of major zinc deal snubbed by Glencore

Production from Ivanhoe's Kipushi zinc mine in Congo will now be split between several new buyers.

June 26, 2024

Norway to award Arctic seabed mining blocks in 2025

The government announced the first licensing round for seabed minerals on the Norwegian continental shelf for public consultation.

June 26, 2024

L&G investment business to sell Glencore stake over thermal coal

Glencore plans to run down its thermal coal mines by the mid-2040s, closing at least 12 by 2035.

June 26, 2024

De Beers sales drop to $315m amid search for new owner

Provisional figure is less than the $383 million fetched in the previous sales cycle and the $456 million sold at this time last year.

June 25, 2024

Saudi-backed Almar Water seeks lithium partnership in Chile

The Spain-based firm wants to leverage its technology in the extraction of battery-metal lithium.

June 24, 2024

Ex-Trafigura metals boss to run new team of 40 at rival Mercuria

A copper trader who has long been one of the most bullish voices in the market, Kostas Bintas will start next week at Mercuria.

June 24, 2024

Karelian says independent report confirms nickel and copper in Northern Ireland

Assessment prepared by an independent consultant confirms the potential for nickel, copper and PGMs at the company's licences.