Cobalt news
Decarbonising the depths: How mining is tackling Its 2030 climate targets
The global mining industry needs to accelerate its decarbonisation efforts amid growing pressures and demand. Jane Marsh explores how it aims to meet 2030 climate targets through electrification, renewable energy, policy alignment and digital innovation.
Xerion achieves single-step, high-purity cobalt metal refinement
Xerion Advanced Battery Corp. has announced a revolutionary breakthrough in cobalt refinement, as well as the launch of a pilot-scale production line at its Dayton, Ohio manufacturing facility.
New super alloy could reduce US dependence on China-sourced cobalt
Researchers at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have created a new super alloy that swaps out cobalt for manganese.
Electra advances financing for North America’s only cobalt sulfate refinery
Electra Battery Materials Corporation welcomed MPs to its cobalt sulfate refinery site in Ontario after the announcement of a conditional contribution from the Government of Canada to support its completion.
Vale announces Voisey’s Bay mine expansion project completion
Vale has completed construction and commissioning of the Voisey’s Bay Mine Expansion (VBME) Project, transitioning it from opencast to underground mining.
Nth Cycle begins production of commercial nickel and cobalt from scrap
Nth Cycle has become the first company in the US to produce commercial nickel and cobalt MHP from scrap.
ERG signs cobalt agreements in North America, Europe, and Japan
ERG has signed MoUs and binding agreements in North America, Europe, and Japan, diversifying its cobalt supply.
Magna Terra acquires the Humber Copper-Cobalt Project
Magna Terra Minerals Inc. has acquired, via staking, the Humber Copper-Cobalt Project located in western Newfoundland, an exploration project focused on critical minerals and metals.
Metals One to commence drilling at the Råna project in Norway
Metals One’s Råna Project partner, Kingsrose Mining, has entered into a service agreement with Arctic Drilling regarding the commencement of helicopter supported core drilling in August 2024.
ERG releases Fourth Metalkol Clean Cobalt & Copper Performance Report
Eurasian Resources Group has released its fourth Metalkol Clean Cobalt & Copper Performance Report 2024, highlighting the tailings project’s progress in responsible mining.