BASF replaces fossil hydrogen in ammonia production process
Company claims to be the ‘first producer of renewable ammonia in Central Europe’.
De Beers to focus on natural diamonds
De Beers Group is to close its lab-grown diamond jewellery brand.
Better quality hearing via soft brainstem implant
A soft auditory implant is designed to gently conform to brain tissue, enhancing signal precision and comfort.
British industry and unions welcome reduction of US tariffs on exports
The scrapping of US tariffs on British steel and aluminium, and reduction on the first 100,000 cars, is well received.
Applied Earth Science Vol. 134, No. 1, released
Featuring case studies of mineral deposits that highlight the geology and exploration models across various commodities and types of mineralisation.
Aluminium producer announces two site closures
Aluminium producer Hydro Extrusions will be closing its Luce anodising site in France and Birtley in the UK.
IOM3 members awarded prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering fellowship
The Royal Academy of Engineering recently announced the Research Chairs and Senior Research Fellowships.
Composites Technology Digest Issue 1 Winter 2024
This digest shares the latest research and news, funding opportunities with a project focus on MAXBlade and COTide
Deposit Return Scheme appoints management
The Deposit Management Organisation (DMO) will run the scheme in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Sewage potential source for EU phosphorus
The agricultural sector could turn to sewage to source domestic supplies of phosphorus to enhance food security, says new analysis.
Microplastic monitoring in the Galápagos Islands
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) provides access to nuclear-derived tools and hands-on training for scientists.
Nature-positive metrics set for real-world testing
These will be piloted with major companies across mining, manufacturing, energy, forestry, finance and agriculture.
Mineral Processing and Extractive Vol. 134, No. 1, available now
This issue explores topics such as leveraging AI for metallurgical performance predictions and advancing the circular economy.
Advanced microscopy technique can enhance lifespan of fusion power plants
Engineers at the University of Surrey have mapped hidden weaknesses inside welded metals.
New standards expand due diligence toolkit for raw materials supply chain
The standards provide a common framework to assess ESG and occupational health and safety performance.
Electrification to spur UK battery demand, challenges ahead
Changes to the UK’s transport and energy storage sectors will need an additional 55GWh of batteries, says the Faraday Battery Challenge.
British Geological Survey releases global mineral production figures
The latest mineral production statistics for 2019-23 show changes in mineral importance to the energy sector.
Adhesives replace welding in high-performance bikes
LOCTITE and Faction Bike Studio have embraced adhesive bonding over welding techniques for reported performance wins.
Documentary examines public perception of raw materials
The VECTOR project invited 100 volunteers to understand the public’s raw materials knowledge at the Natural History Museum, London, UK.