Friday, March 29, 2024

ANSTO to use $14M gov’t boost in rare earths R&D project

The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) said rare earths will be a key area of focus for its minerals unit after it received $13.9 million in funding under the Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub. 

Aussie company Volt Resources vying for massive US grant for battery manufacturing

ASX-listed graphite producer and natural graphite anode developer Volt Resources Limited has released an update on its efforts to secure a USD 100 million (AUD 149.2 million) US Department of Energy (DOE) grant for battery materials processing and battery manufacturing. 

Alcoa to curtail Kwinana refinery, to axe over 1,000 jobs

Global aluminium producer Alcoa has announced its decision to curtail production at its Kwinana Alumina Refinery in Western Australia in the second quarter of 2024. 

Australia’s critical minerals sector receives $22M gov’t boost

The Australian Government has announced approximately $22 million in investments for three key research projects that will help boost the nation's critical minerals industry.

Energy Fuels, Astron to jointly develop the Donald Project in Victoria

US critical minerals company Energy Fuels Inc and Astron Corporation Limited have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop the Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project (Donald Project) in Victoria, Australia.

5E Advanced Materials kickstarts mining operations at 5E Boron Americas Complex

ASX-listed boron and lithium company 5E Advanced Materials has officially begun mining operations at its 5E Boron Americans Complex with the start of the wellfield injection process. 

Aluminium secures spot on Australia’s Strategic Materials roster

Australia has officially recognised the critical importance of aluminium in the global transition to a net-zero future by including it in the newly unveiled Strategic Materials List.

Nyrstar applauds Australia’s move to address zinc supply risks in critical minerals list

Nyrstar, a global producer of critical minerals and metals, has expressed satisfaction today with the release of a revised Australian Critical Minerals List, which, for the first time, includes a list of Strategic Minerals featuring zinc— the fourth most widely used metal globally.

Northern Territory reports record-level increase in mineral exploration expenditure

The Northern Territory Government has announced a record increase in mineral exploration expenditure in the September 2023 quarter. 

Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group finalise Matalco aluminium recycling deal

Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group have successfully concluded their transaction to establish the Matalco joint venture in a move to address the growing demand from manufacturers for low carbon materials.
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