November 20, 2023

Column: Indonesia’s American EV dreams shunted into the slow lane

Chinese companies have been the drivers of Indonesia's ascent to the world's top nickel producer.

November 20, 2023

Canada’s support for EV battery plants to cost 16% more than announced, watchdog finds

The total cost of government support for three projects is estimated to be C$43.6 billion over ten years.

November 17, 2023

Report to US Congress raises concerns over China’s rare earth control

China could effectively cut off 40–50% of global rare earth oxide supply.

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

Trafigura and Korea Zinc agree to build nickel refinery in South Korea

The amount of nickel to be supplied by Trafigura will range from about 20,000-40,000 metric tons per annum.

November 17, 2023

Lithium explorer Li-FT Power closes $9 million public offering

The proceeds will used to fund exploration at the company's flagship Yellowknife lithium project in the Northwest Territories.

November 17, 2023

Key improvement to lithium-air batteries unlocked

Researchers at Japan’s Tohoku University have developed a special type of porous carbon sheet which significantly improves the energy density and cycle stability in lithium-air batteries.

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

Indonesia to trace nickel in bid for US critical minerals deal

Each ton of nickel ore sales will be tracked using the SIMBARA portal starting next quarter.