Trafigura has secured a $400 million iron ore prepayment deal with MinRes, providing the mining company with much-needed cash amid financial struggles and a commodities downturn.
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Iron ore prices rebound above $100 as Chinese stockpiles decrease, offering hope amid uncertain steel market.
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Arizona Lithium Produces First Kilogram of Battery-Grade Lithium Carbonate in Saskatchewan
Arizona Lithium achieves a major milestone by producing Saskatchewan’s first battery-grade lithium carbonate at the Prairie project.
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Kazatomprom raises its 2024 uranium production guidance after a strong first half, reflecting rising demand and higher prices.
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Nigeria’s oil sector is grappling with a severe crisis as the number of operational rigs has plummeted to a six-month low, highlighting…
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First Quantum Begins Commercial Production at Zambia Nickel Mine
First Quantum begins commercial production at Zambia’s Enterprise nickel mine, enhancing the country’s role in the battery metals market.
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Botswana plans to offer up to 24% stake in new mining projects to locals if the government opts out, boosting local ownership and participation.
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CleanTech Lithium Successfully Produces High-Grade Lithium in Pilot Project
CleanTech Lithium’s shares surged after successful production of high-grade lithium in its DLE pilot project, with impressive recovery rates and low impurities.
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South32 shares decline after a major writedown on alumina and nickel projects, a pointer to significant operational and financial challenges..
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Trafigura and Mubadala consider selling their Brazilian iron ore port to invest in green energy initiatives.