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World 50 Group Announces Shortlist for the 2024 I&D Impact Awards, Recognizing Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- World 50 Group, the global community of business leaders from the most respected and influential companies, is thrilled to announce the shortlist for the 2024 Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Impact Awards, honoring outstanding achievements in fostering inclusivity, equity, and diversity across corporate landscapes around the globe.

Key Points: 
  • Notably, 45 of the 59 shortlisted organizations are part of the World 50 community.
  • The winners of the 2024 I&D Impact Awards will be announced at a prestigious ceremony on March 27, 2024, in Miami.
  • All six partners are part of the World 50 community and are dedicated to championing and driving ongoing progress in the DEI space.
  • You can learn more about the World 50 I&D Impact Awards—including the shortlist, categories, and judges— here .

World 50 Group Announces Shortlist for the 2024 I&D Impact Awards, Recognizing Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 17, 2024

ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- World 50 Group, the global community of business leaders from the most respected and influential companies, is thrilled to announce the shortlist for the 2024 Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Impact Awards, honoring outstanding achievements in fostering inclusivity, equity, and diversity across corporate landscapes around the globe.

Key Points: 
  • Notably, 45 of the 59 shortlisted organizations are part of the World 50 community.
  • The winners of the 2024 I&D Impact Awards will be announced at a prestigious ceremony on March 27, 2024, in Miami.
  • All six partners are part of the World 50 community and are dedicated to championing and driving ongoing progress in the DEI space.
  • You can learn more about the World 50 I&D Impact Awards—including the shortlist, categories, and judges— here .

Rio Tinto releases fourth quarter production results

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Monday, January 15, 2024

Operations saw a continued improvement in the fourth quarter, with production 8% higher than the prior quarter, following the challenges of higher-than-average rainfall at Weipa in the first quarter and equipment downtime at both Weipa and Gove in the first half.

Key Points: 
  • Operations saw a continued improvement in the fourth quarter, with production 8% higher than the prior quarter, following the challenges of higher-than-average rainfall at Weipa in the first quarter and equipment downtime at both Weipa and Gove in the first half.
  • Production from Matalco in 2023 was 582 thousand tonnes of recycled aluminium with Rio Tinto marketing these products from 1 December 2023.
  • With the smelter rebuild successfully completed and the ramp-up progressing, we expect a return to stable production in the first quarter of 2024.
  • All currency figures in this report are US dollars, and comments refer to Rio Tinto’s share of production, unless otherwise stated.

Global Copper Mining Market Size Projected to Reach $11.17 Billion By 2030 as Investments in Infrastructure Jump

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

A report from Fortune Business Insights said that the global copper mining market size, which was valued at USD 8.44 billion in 2022 is projected to grow from USD 8.87 billion in 2023 to USD 11.17 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • A report from Fortune Business Insights said that the global copper mining market size, which was valued at USD 8.44 billion in 2022 is projected to grow from USD 8.87 billion in 2023 to USD 11.17 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period.
  • Copper is essential for constructing infrastructure projects such as buildings, bridges, and electrical systems.
  • Hence, government initiatives and policies promoting infrastructure development can significantly boost the market.
  • The mining industry, mainly of copper, will likely increase significantly due to increased investment in construction and construction projects.

Stallion Uranium Strengthens Technical Team

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stallion Uranium Corp. (the "Company" or "Stallion") (TSX-V: STUD; OTCQB: STLNF; FSE: HM40) is pleased to announce that it has appointed Matthew Schwab as Technical Advisor to its Board of Advisors.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stallion Uranium Corp. (the "Company" or "Stallion") (TSX-V: STUD; OTCQB: STLNF; FSE: HM40) is pleased to announce that it has appointed Matthew Schwab as Technical Advisor to its Board of Advisors.
  • Mr. Schwab is currently the CEO of Kraken Energy Corp, a US focused uranium exploration and development company.
  • “With the growing interest and demand for uranium worldwide, Stallion’s strategic land position in the Athabasca Basin and their team of accomplished industry experts makes for a strong combination in pursuing new high grade uranium discoveries in northern Saskatchewan” stated Mr. Schwab.
  • “I’m honoured by the opportunity to assist their current team of experienced professionals as the company moves towards achieving that goal.”
    "We are incredibly excited to have Matt Schwab join the Stallion team.

Global Uranium Market Size Is Expected to Reach $3.27 Billion By 2027

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

A report from Market Reports World said that the Global Uranium Market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2024 and 2030.

Key Points: 
  • A report from Market Reports World said that the Global Uranium Market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2024 and 2030.
  • In 2022, the market was growing at a steady rate and with the rising adoption of strategies by key players, the market is expected to rise over the projected horizon.
  • The global Uranium market size was valued at USD 2646.85 million in 2021 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 3.6% of 3.6% during the forecast period, reaching USD $3272.84 million by 2027.
  • The report added: “The global building and enlargement of nuclear power facilities is one factor driving up uranium consumption.

SCANDIUM INTERNATIONAL MINING PROVIDES UPDATE TO SHAREHOLDERS

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

RENO, Nev., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scandium International Mining Corp. (TSX:SCY) (“Scandium International” or the “Company”) provides the following update to shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • RENO, Nev., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scandium International Mining Corp. (TSX:SCY) (“Scandium International” or the “Company”) provides the following update to shareholders.
  • We wanted to update you regarding what is happening at Scandium International Mining Corp. and more specifically, our Nyngan Scandium project in NSW Australia.
  • Nyngan Scandium Project: We have continued to advance the project which has a 25-year mining license:
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  • For inquiries to Scandium International Mining Corp, please contact:

OceanaGold Appoints Chief Technical and Projects Officer

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - OceanaGold Corporation (TSX: OGC) (OTCQX: OCANF) ("OceanaGold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Bhuvanesh Malhotra as Chief Technical and Projects Officer, effective January 22, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - OceanaGold Corporation (TSX: OGC) (OTCQX: OCANF) ("OceanaGold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Bhuvanesh Malhotra as Chief Technical and Projects Officer, effective January 22, 2024.
  • Gerard Bond, President and Chief Executive Officer of OceanaGold, said "I am delighted to welcome Bhuvanesh to our Executive Leadership Team.
  • Following an extensive search, we are pleased to have attracted such a strong and accomplished technical leader to drive value in our projects and studies function during an exciting growth phase for OceanaGold."
  • Mr. Malhotra has over 25 years of experience in operational and technical roles across multiple commodities and mining methods, driving safety performance, operational excellence, and sustainable transformational change.

Global Battery Industry Faces Significant Investment to Meet Lithium Demand

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Friday, January 5, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  USA News Group  -  A worrying trend that could threaten the world's shift to renewable energy is looming, according to 2023 analysis from Benchmark. In the report, Benchmark called for an increase of at least $514 billion across the global battery industry supply chain to meet expected demand in 2030, and $920 billion by 2035. Among the most compelling sources set to help meet the lithium gap is set come from what's known as the Lithium Triangle, which covers portions of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile. The prominence of South America's lithium has created an increasing amount of competition between the West and China. Hence the flooding of investment and development coming from several promising projects in the region, including from Lithium South Development Corporation (TSXV:LIS) (OTCQB:LISMF), Allkem Limited (TSX:AKE) (OTCPK:OROCF), Livent Corporation (NYSE:LTHM), POSCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE:PKX), and Rio Tinto Group (NYSE:RIO).

Key Points: 
  • In the report, Benchmark called for an increase of at least $514 billion across the global battery industry supply chain to meet expected demand in 2030, and $920 billion by 2035.
  • In Salta Province, Argentina, Lithium South Development Corporation (TSXV:LIS) (OTCQB:LISMF) is the 100% owner of the Hombre Muerto North Lithium project (HMN Li Project), strategically positioned within the renowned Lithium Triangle.
  • Furthermore, the report outlines their innovative approach to extract more lithium from the briny water at the HMN Li Project.
  • Lithium South employs a proven industry method involving the evaporation of pumped lithium brine.

Global Battery Industry Faces Significant Investment to Meet Lithium Demand

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 5, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  USA News Group  -  A worrying trend that could threaten the world's shift to renewable energy is looming, according to 2023 analysis from Benchmark. In the report, Benchmark called for an increase of at least $514 billion across the global battery industry supply chain to meet expected demand in 2030, and $920 billion by 2035. Among the most compelling sources set to help meet the lithium gap is set come from what's known as the Lithium Triangle, which covers portions of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile. The prominence of South America's lithium has created an increasing amount of competition between the West and China. Hence the flooding of investment and development coming from several promising projects in the region, including from Lithium South Development Corporation (TSXV:LIS) (OTCQB:LISMF), Allkem Limited (TSX:AKE) (OTCPK:OROCF), Livent Corporation (NYSE:LTHM), POSCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE:PKX), and Rio Tinto Group (NYSE:RIO).

Key Points: 
  • In the report, Benchmark called for an increase of at least $514 billion across the global battery industry supply chain to meet expected demand in 2030, and $920 billion by 2035.
  • In Salta Province, Argentina, Lithium South Development Corporation (TSXV:LIS) (OTCQB:LISMF) is the 100% owner of the Hombre Muerto North Lithium project (HMN Li Project), strategically positioned within the renowned Lithium Triangle.
  • Furthermore, the report outlines their innovative approach to extract more lithium from the briny water at the HMN Li Project.
  • Lithium South employs a proven industry method involving the evaporation of pumped lithium brine.