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Copper: possible new roadblock for Las Bambas mine
The Coporaque district community reported Sunday that it will resume its roadblock against MMG’s Las Bambas mine, although a second community has agreed to a 45-day truce. Las Bambas, which produces 2% of the world’s copper supply, said it will have to...
Lead: proposal to include it in REACH list would stifle innovation and investment
Companies confirm that ECHA’s plan to include metallic lead in its 11th recommendation for substances to be included on the REACH authorization list threatens a wide range of EU industries, from battery manufacturers to European metal recyclers, creating more...
Aluminum: new Covid cases exacerbate supply disruptions in China
On Tuesday, Feb. 7, Baise, China’s main aluminum-producing city, reported a surge in local covid-19 cases for the third consecutive day and the resulting lockout, which exacerbated concerns about supply disruptions for the metal. Restrictions due to increased...
Aluminum: prices reach target expected 2 weeks ago
As expected a couple of weeks ago, aluminum reached highs at $3228/mt (highs today at $3234.50/mt). Click here for the full story.