Critical metals trendsLithium The potential restart of Contemporary Amperex Technology’s huge Jianxiawo lithium mine in China has been a factor behind an almost 30% […]Blair McBride | September 4, 2026 | 2:02 pm
China question clouds Nunavut road-to-port planA Chinese state-backed miner owns the remote Izok Corridor in…Blair McBride and Henry Lazenby | July 1, 2026 | 9:32 am
West speeds up pursuit of China in supply chain race Lynas Rare Earths (ASX: LYC), Energy Fuels (TSX: EFR; NYSE: UUUU) and MP Materials (NYSE: MP)…Blair McBride | February 3, 2026 | 10:00 am
Two-wheelers to play big role in EV market share growth – report A new report by IDTechEx forecasts that the electric vehicle market will continue to grow in the next two decades, particularly taking […] Cecilia Jamasmie | April 27, 2021 | 6:09 am
Soaring iron ore prices boost Vale Q1 profit Brazil’s Vale (NYSE: VALE), the world’s top iron ore producer, has beat first quarter profit estimates, as prices for the steel-making ingredient […] Cecilia Jamasmie | April 27, 2021 | 5:56 am
Chinese aluminium smelters forced away from captive coal-fired power – report According to Wood Mackenzie, China’s march towards carbon neutrality is forcing its aluminium smelters away from using captive coal-fired power. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 20, 2021 | 6:11 am
CO2 emissions from cobalt production expected to soar – report Roskill says that cobalt production emissions are supported by increased demand from the EV sector and the dominance of nickel laterite in the supply chain. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 19, 2021 | 6:11 am
Canadian miners subject to tougher tailings standards The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has updated its tailings standards and it now meets or exceeds most global guidelines. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 7, 2021 | 9:24 am
As tungsten demand remains low, producers may have to look at new markets – report An analysis by Roskill states that tungsten prices and consumption in the automotive sector may never recover to 2017 levels. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 25, 2021 | 6:11 am
Securing raw materials key to China’s economic, carbon neutrality goals – report A report by Wood Mackenzie states that China needs to secure and competitive supply of raw materials to guarantee its clean growth. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 19, 2021 | 6:11 am
Tier 2 Li-ion battery manufacturers’ gigafactories expanding capacity Roskill forecasts some Tier 2 battery makers will boost their standing and reach Tier 1 status in the next 2-5 years. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 15, 2021 | 6:06 am
Gradual recovery of the aerospace sector to aid titanium market – report Roskill predicts a medium-term recovery of the titanium market aided by fleet renewal. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 9, 2021 | 6:07 am