August 21, 2023

Race for moon resources has begun, says Russia’s space chief after failed lunar mission

Russia's Luna-25 spacecraft spun out of control and crashed into the moon on Saturday after a problem preparing for pre-landing orbit.

August 21, 2023

Russian miners, Chinese investors interested in Polymetal’s Russian assets – FT

CEO said that the company intends to sell assets within six to nine months.

August 21, 2023

Novel photoreactor technology inspires new generation of solar-powered devices

An innovative design allows a photoreactor to capture photons at high efficiency under varying sun directions.

August 20, 2023

Chromium may start replacing noble metals in cell phone screens

Chromium compounds may be able to replace osmium and ruthenium in luminescent materials and catalysts.

August 18, 2023

Column: Trickle of LME zinc deliveries turns into a flood

Zinc stocks have more than doubled to 145,975 metric tons over the last month and are now at their highest level since February 2022.

August 17, 2023

LME’s proposal on coarse nickel powder needs more work on packaging

The idea about the powder is part of a program to address low inventory levels and boost liquidity in electronic trading.

August 17, 2023

AI can accurately ‘envision’ corrosion-resistant alloys

A new machine learning model enhances by 15% the predictive accuracy of corrosion behaviour and potential optimal alloy formulas.

August 16, 2023

HKEX remains committed to LME – CEO

The metal industry has speculated whether HKEX might sell either the LME or its clearing house, LME Clear, after a chaotic period last year.

August 16, 2023

Citi buys large amounts of zinc for lucrative LME warehouse deal

Much of the zinc going on LME warrant was sold into the system by Trafigura and Glencore.

August 16, 2023

Chaarat Gold sells Kapan mine in Armenia for $54.5 million

Chaarat will focus now on developing its two Kyrgyz assets, particularly the Tulkubash open pit gold project.