October 26, 2023

Rinehart may block SQM $1bn takeover of Azure Minerals

The Australian billionaire, who recently thwarted Albemarle’s buyout of Liontown, is said to be evaluating ways to hinder SQM's bid.

October 25, 2023

US, Australia consider tapping public finance vehicles for critical mineral projects

The US Export-Import Bank is being eyed as a venue for boosting investment in Australian critical minerals development.

October 25, 2023

Namibia’s battery metal ambitions rest on infrastructure, miners say

The southern African country has significant deposits of lithium as well as rare earth minerals.

October 25, 2023

Ma’aden working to extract lithium from seawater

Saudi Arabia is developing an automotive industry which will require electric vehicle battery materials.

October 25, 2023

Zijin says it will advance disputed, giant Congo lithium project

Mine permit belonged to AVZ Minerals, but was revoked in February with mines ministry saying the company had not developed it fast enough.

October 24, 2023

Biden-backed battery firm plunges after pausing construction

Li-Cycle shares fell as much as 49% in New York on Monday.

October 24, 2023

Hedge fund hunts for next Australia lithium winner on deal craze

An M&A spree that’s swept up miners like Liontown and Allkem will carry on in Australia, according to Regal Funds Management.

October 24, 2023

Australia boosts critical minerals fund by over $1 billion to attract international investors

The $1.3 billion boost will increase the capacity of Australia’s Critical Minerals Facility to finance mining and processing projects for materials.

October 24, 2023

Rock Tech Lithium to raise $7.3 million for Georgia Lake, converter projects

Located 160 km northeast of Thunder Bay, Georgia Lake is planned as an open-pit and underground mining project.

October 24, 2023

Namibia orders police to stop Chinese firm’s lithium exports

China's Xinfeng has previously clashed with Namibian authorities over exports.