November 21, 2023

Understanding how lithium-bearing pegmatites form is key to successful exploration efforts – study

Until a decade ago, lithium-cesium-tantalum pegmatites were often regarded as nothing more than a geological curiosity.

November 20, 2023

Kremlin, facing diamond ban, says EU sanctions have ‘boomerang effect’

EU diplomatic sources said last week the proposal under discussion was to ban direct diamond imports from Russia from Jan. 1.

November 17, 2023

Western lithium, graphite miners boost prices for ESG-friendly supply

The surcharges mirror a plan from the rare earths industry as Beijing exerts control of the critical minerals market.

November 17, 2023

Swiss-based ARCORE finds rich lithium deposit in Bosnia

The company said it has a strategic partnership with Canadian-German company Rock Tech Lithium.

November 17, 2023

EU proposes to ban Russian diamonds from start of 2024

The proposal is part of a new sanctions package to curb Russia's ability to finance its invasion of Ukraine.

November 17, 2023

Industry pens open letter to universities on the importance of materials, minerals & mining

Six organisations have signed an open letter to UK university leaders setting out the essential role of materials, minerals and mining in modern society.

November 17, 2023

EV metals demand drives Anglo American’s quest for lithium

The miner, which already produces key battery metals including copper and nickel, is actively looking for lithium off-take deals.

November 16, 2023

Nickel crisis shows LME could learn from China, Minmetals says

The LME has drawn fire from all sides since a massive nickel short squeeze caused prices to quadruple in a few days in March 2022.

November 16, 2023

Citi delivers around $155 million worth of zinc for rent deal

The US bank is expanding its footprint in metals after it agreed a similar zinc deal in August.

November 16, 2023

Caisse pumps C$200 million into Swedish EV battery maker Northvolt

The company's entrance into Quebec has been touted by the provincial government as a key part of a strategy to become a major battery-making hub.