Power Minerals acquires Morro do Ferro rare earths project
Power Minerals has concluded the acquisition of the high-grade Morro do Ferro (MDF) rare earths project in southern Minas Gerais,…
27 Apr 2026
Confined Space Rescue Training for Safer Underground Mining
Regulatory obligations and entry procedures Mining operations in most countries are subject to specific legislation governing confined space entry and rescue capability. In the United States, the Mine Safety and…
27 Apr 2026
China rare earth export pause nears expiry amid persistent supply concentration
The 12-month suspension of China’s expanded rare earth export controls is set to expire on 10 November 2026, with current supply conditions indicating limited progress in reducing global dependence, according…
27 Apr 2026
EU, US sign MoU for critical minerals partnership
The EU and the US have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU), launching a strategic partnership on critical minerals supply chain cooperation. The agreement, signed in Washington DC by…
27 Apr 2026
Queensland commissions graphite-to-anode plant as global supply expands
Australia’s first vertically integrated graphite-to-anode demonstration facility has begun operations in Townsville, with Graphinex producing battery-grade material for international markets. The facility processes graphite from the Esmeralda project near Croydon…
27 Apr 2026
Alaros signs LoI for Nevada tungsten exploration leases
Alaros Exploration has signed a letter of intent (LoI) with 1001528518 Ontario (the target) to obtain exploration leases for tungsten sites in Nevada, US. This acquisition will involve purchasing the…
27 Apr 2026
Sandvik wins order for Glencore’s Alumbrera mine
Sandvik has received an order from Glencore for the supply of three DR413i rotary blasthole drill rigs to reopen the Bajo de la Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina. The order…