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Battery Metals

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Stay ahead of the curve with Skillings’ coverage of the fast-evolving battery metals mining sector. From lithium and cobalt to nickel and graphite, this category delivers timely updates on demand trends, mining technologies, government policies, and market shifts. Whether you’re an investor, miner, or tech enthusiast, our curated insights highlight how battery metals power the EV revolution, grid storage, and next-gen energy tech.

Mining Finance • Dec 13, 2024

Rio Tinto Lithium Investment: $2.5 Billion

Anglo-Australian mining giant Rio Tinto has announced a groundbreaking lithium investment of $2.5 billion to expand its operations in Argentina, reinforcing its role as a major…

Battery Metals • Nov 19, 2024

Sayona Mining to Acquire Piedmont Lithium in

MELBOURNE—Australian lithium producer Sayona Mining (SYA.AX) has announced plans to acquire U.S.-based Piedmont Lithium (PLL.O) in an all-stock transaction aimed at streamlining their joint operations and…

Battery Metals • Nov 4, 2024

China’s Lithium Battery Sector Shifts Focus to

ESS batteries are driving significant growth in China’s lithium battery industry, as top manufacturers like CATL and EVE Energy pivot to energy storage systems to counter…

Battery Metals • Nov 1, 2024

WA Lithium Producers Brace for Tough Times

Stay informed on the latest challenges facing Western Australia's lithium industry as major producers like Pilbara Minerals and Liontown Resources navigate plummeting spodumene prices and cost…

Battery Metals • Oct 26, 2024

Rio Tinto’s Strategic Acquisition of Arcadium

Rio Tinto acquires Arcadium Lithium to expand its global presence in the lithium market, strengthen its EV supply chain, and align with the shift towards sustainable…

Battery Metals • Oct 25, 2024

BLM Approves Ioneer’s Rhyolite Ridge Lithium

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management has approved Ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada, set to become a crucial part of the domestic EV supply…

Battery Metals • Oct 5, 2024

Liebherr and Fortescue Unveil Autonomous

At MINExpo 2024, Liebherr and Fortescue announced a $2.8 billion partnership to develop zero emission mining solutions, featuring the debut of the battery-electric T 264 truck,…

Battery Metals • Oct 1, 2024

Sandvik Unveils Lithium Iron-Phosphate (LFP)

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions unveiled its Lithium Iron-Phosphate (LFP) battery technology for underground drills at MINExpo 2024. Field tests show improved performance, safety, and durability…

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