February 7, 2024

Cybertruck: Musk needs mines

Powered by Tesla’s own made-in-Texas batteries, the stainless steel Cybertruck carries a heavy load of nickel, cobalt, manganese, graphite and lithium.

February 6, 2024

Brazil prosecutors seek annulment of contract for Belo Sun gold mine

The controversial mining project is located in Brazil's Amazon rainforest, near the Xingu river.

February 6, 2024

Codelco’s 2023 production declines, but recovery seen this year

Production at Codelco's mines is seen ticking up to 1.353 million tons in 2024, CEO Ruben Alvarado told Reuters.

February 6, 2024

South Star receives environmental permits for Brazil graphite mine expansion

Once complete, Santa Cruz will be the first new graphite mine in the Americas since 1996.

February 6, 2024

Codelco sees Chuquicamata underground mine at capacity by 2030

The miner expects to reach processing capacity of 140,000 metric tons a day by 2030.

February 5, 2024

Adionics’ direct lithium extraction testing at SQM’s Atacama salar shows high recovery rates

Company said its direct lithium extraction technology has reached full industry readiness.

February 5, 2024

Board to decide Vale’s presidency this week

Potential candidates for the position include former Vale president Murilo Ferreira.

February 4, 2024

Chile battles forest fires in deadliest disaster in 14 years

Anglo American said copper transport from Los Bronces mines has been unaffected.

February 4, 2024

Argentinian, German officials meet to discuss critical minerals

An Argentinian delegation travelled to Germany to promote the country’s critical mineral resources.

February 4, 2024

Peruvian government unveils platform to expedite exploration permits

Officials from the Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines met with representatives from the largest mining companies to showcase the Digital Information Single Window platform.