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Rio starts $1.5B expansion of Quebec aluminum smelter

2026-05-31

Rio Tinto has commenced a significant $1.5 billion expansion of its AP60 low-carbon aluminum smelter in Quebec, aiming to more than triple its annual primary aluminum production capacity to 220,000 tonnes. This strategic investment underscores the company's commitment to supplying lower-emissions metal to critical markets and positions Quebec as a vital hub for sustainable aluminum production, leveraging its abundant hydroelectric power. The project, supported by the Quebec government, also facilitates the gradual closure of older, higher-emissions potlines at the historical Arvida site.

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Deep Sea Minerals to list on Nasdaq

2026-05-31

Deep Sea Minerals (CSE: SEAS), a Canadian company focused on deep-sea mining concessions, has announced its intention to uplist its shares to the Nasdaq exchange. This strategic move, which involves a filed application to the Nasdaq, aims to broaden the company's investor base, enhance visibility, and increase trading liquidity as it seeks to secure exploration initiatives in critical deep-sea regions like the Clarion–Clipperton Zone and the Cook Islands. If approved, Deep Sea Minerals would join The Metals Company and Odyssey Marine Exploration as the third deep-sea exploration firm on the Nasdaq, signaling growing interest in this frontier sector for battery metals.

Military Metals sinks on revoked Slovak antimony project licence

2026-05-31

Military Metals sinks on revoked Slovak antimony project licence Staff Writer | May 29, 2026 | 9:40 am Critical Minerals Markets Canada Europe Specialty Minerals The underground workings at Trojarova. Credit: Molten Metals Military Metals (CSE: MILI) is contesting a decision by Slovakian environmental authorities to revoke the company’s exploration licence on the Trojarova antimony-gold project. In a statement this week, the Canadian explorer said the Ministry of the Environment of the Slovak Republic had cancelled the Trojarova licence “without appropriate justification”, and that it will “pursue all legal avenues” to fight the decision. Shares of Military Metals sank on the news, falling as much as 60% to a 52-week low of C$0.16. By Friday afternoon, it had recovered some losses, trading at a market capitalization of C$21.6 million ($15.7 million). Soviet-era project Trojarova, located near the capital city Bratislava, represents an advanced exploration stage project with considerable mining history. According to company website, the project is likely a continuation of the former Pezinok mine, one of Europe’s most significant antimony producers with a history going back over 200 years. Military Metals acquired the project in late 2024 , acting on the growing significance of antimony supply across the globe...

Edinburgh researchers license tech to extract gold and copper from electronic waste

2026-05-30

The University of Edinburgh has licensed its innovative Gold Copper Diamide Extraction (GCDE) technology to mineral processing company Lithium Universe, marking a significant advance in sustainable metal recovery from electronic waste. This process offers a cleaner, more efficient alternative to traditional smelting and aggressive leaching, selectively extracting high-value gold and copper under mild conditions without harmful chemicals. Lithium Universe plans to deploy this solution globally, integrating it into its expanding precious metals recycling division to address the rapidly growing problem of e-waste and strengthen its position in the circular economy.

Aluminum’s US comeback hinges on power, not tariffs, industry advocates say

2026-05-30

The long-heralded revival of US primary aluminum production faces a critical hurdle: securing reliable, industrial-scale electricity, according to a recent report from Industrious Labs. While increased tariffs have reshaped import flows, industry advocates assert that energy access, rather than trade protectionism, remains the primary determinant for new smelter development and the expansion of existing capacity amidst rising global demand and supply chain volatility.

New episode: Glut or shortage – what lies ahead for LNG?

2026-05-29

On May 27, 2026, the Energy Technology podcast, hosted by Eve Thomas of Offshore Technology, delved into the critical question of whether the global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) market is headed for an oversupply or a significant shortage. Featuring insights from commercial LNG analyst James Voyle and professor of global energy Michael Bradshaw, the discussion highlighted the conflicting forces of rapid export capacity expansion, geopolitical supply chain pressures from events like the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the long-term threat of demand destruction posed by increasingly cost-effective renewable energy sources. This ongoing debate profoundly impacts energy strategy, infrastructure investment, and raw material demand across sectors, including mining operations reliant on stable and affordable energy.

Q&A: Thunderstone’s CEO on whether mining can extract more metal with less rock

2026-05-29

Thunderstone, a US-based company, is advancing electrified mining technology that promises to extract critical minerals with significantly less rock movement than conventional methods. Its CEO, Eric Wasson-Burns, highlighted in a Q&A published May 28, 2026, the potential of this fluid-control system for improving heap leaching, tailings recovery, and ultimately enabling full in-situ mining. This innovative approach seeks to address the mining industry's escalating pressures for decarbonization and sustainable critical mineral supply by stimulating and directing liquid flow through ore bodies using high-voltage electrical discharges.

American Critical Minerals secures BLM permits for 2026

2026-05-28

American Critical Minerals has secured final potassium prospecting permits from the US Bureau of Land Management for its Green River Project in Utah, set to commence on June 1, 2026. This pivotal development, the culmination of over a decade of work, will enable the company to initiate a seven-drill-hole program to evaluate historical potash data and explore for lithium and bromine within the Paradox and Leadville formations. The project underscores a strategic move towards bolstering domestic supply chains for essential agricultural and critical battery minerals in the United States.

Copi Critical Minerals Project receives NSW government approval

2026-05-28

RZ Resources has achieved a significant milestone with its Copi Critical Minerals Project, securing development approval from the New South Wales Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. This pivotal regulatory clearance positions the large-scale operation, located near Wentworth in south-western NSW, to target initial production by early 2029, promising substantial contributions to global supply chains for titanium minerals, premium zircon, and rare earth elements. The project has garnered robust international backing from the governments of Australia, the US, Japan, and India, underscoring its strategic importance and anticipated economic impact on the region.

Victory Metals gains access to US DIBC

2026-05-27

Australian-listed miner Victory Metals has been granted membership in the US Defense Industrial Base Consortium (DIBC), effective May 26, 2026. This approval provides the company direct access to US Department of Defense funding, prime contractors, and critical minerals procurement systems. The move highlights Victory Metals' North Stanmore project, which possesses a unique profile of rare earth elements and strategic minerals vital for national security and currently subject to Chinese export restrictions.

Decarbonising mining: solar lights the way for electrification

2026-05-27

The global mining industry is rapidly adopting renewable energy, particularly solar power, as a foundational step towards comprehensive decarbonization and electrification. While complete decarbonization remains a long-term goal, current strategies prioritize market-ready renewable solutions due to their decreasing costs and immediate environmental benefits. This article details how solar is emerging as the dominant renewable power source in new mine developments and on-site generation, supported by transitional fuels like natural gas, and highlights key industry players driving this critical energy transition.