Niobium: The under-the-radar metal poised for growth
Niobium, a ductile and refractory metal known for its heat and corrosion resistance, has largely remained unnoticed in the commodities market. However, its significance as...
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POSCO Holdings completes lithium hydroxide production plant in Argentina, enhancing EV battery supply
POSCO Holdings has officially completed its lithium hydroxide production plant in Guemes, Salta Province, Argentina, as announced on October 27. The ceremony to mark this...
China’s dominance in DR Congo’s cobalt market complicates U.S. efforts to secure critical mineral supply chains
Beijing’s stronghold over the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) mineral resources poses challenges for Washington’s strategy to mitigate reliance on China for critical minerals, according...
Nigeria’s lithium potential: Balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility
Nigeria’s burgeoning lithium industry presents a significant opportunity for economic diversification as the world shifts towards electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy storage. Known as...
Talga Group secures €70 million grant from EU for Lulea Anode Refinery
Talga Group has been awarded a €70 million ($114.4 million) grant from the EU Innovation Fund for its Lulea Anode Refinery project in Sweden. The...
Jadar Valley at a crossroads: The battle over lithium mining and environmental integrity in Serbia
The Jadar Valley in Serbia presents a stark contrast between its picturesque landscapes and the contentious plans for lithium mining by Rio Tinto. As the...
U.S. approves Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project, boosting domestic mineral supply chain
In a significant advancement for the nation’s critical minerals supply chain, Acting Deputy Secretary of the Interior Laura Daniel-Davis and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for...
Eramet purchases Tsingshan’s stake for full control of Argentine lithium project
Eramet has acquired its Chinese partner Tsingshan’s 49.9% stake in a lithium project in Argentina for $699 million, the French mining company announced. The Centenario...
Eramet suspends battery recycling plant plans in France as electric vehicle sector faces setbacks
French mining company Eramet announced that it is suspending plans to build a battery recycling plant, marking the second such project in France to be...
GreenRoc accelerates development of Amitsoq graphite project in Greenland to meet EV demand
GreenRoc Strategic Materials Plc is ramping up its development of the Amitsoq Graphite Project in Greenland, a high-grade graphite deposit positioned to meet the increasing...