Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 49
This week, global moves to secure and regulate critical minerals dominated the headlines.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 49
Economy
Brazilian Rare-Earth Company Serra Verde Targets Western Customers
Brazilian Rare-Earth Company Serra Verde Targets Western Customers
The operator of the Pela Ema mine expects sufficient heavy rare-earth separation capacity outside China to become available within the next few years.
German Raw Materials Fund Kicks Off by Backing Lithium Project
German Raw Materials Fund Kicks Off by Backing Lithium Project
First project financing finalized: Vulcan Energy to extract battery-grade lithium from brine.
Critical Raw Materials: Japan Seeks Cooperation with Saudi Arabia
Critical Raw Materials: Japan Seeks Cooperation with Saudi Arabia
Goal: Reducing dependence on a few supplier countries.
European Companies in China Struggle with Export Controls
European Companies in China Struggle with Export Controls
A survey by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC) offers insight into how new restrictions are affecting businesses.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 48
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 48
This week saw major moves to secure critical minerals worldwide.