Mining sector is a pillar of Greece’s geopolitical strengthening
The mining sector in Greece is increasingly recognized as vital for both economic development and geopolitical balance, according to industry leaders.
Tariffs, Scocchia (Illycaffè): "Refunds are not easy, we will redo the calculations"
Cristina Scocchia, CEO of Illycaffè, discusses the challenges posed by new tariffs and rising raw material costs affecting the coffee industry.
Constantinos Yazitzoglou, President of the SME: The Mining Sector as a Pillar of Greece's Geopolitical Strengthening
Constantinos Yazitzoglou emphasizes the growing recognition of the mining sector's importance for Greece's geopolitical strength and economic development.
Food Prices Rising in Estonia, Raw Materials Cheaper Beyond Borders
Food prices in Estonia have risen by 6% since January last year, while some raw material prices have fallen by up to 70% globally.
The district court ordered Omri Asnehayim to transfer the raw materials from the interview with Feldstein, except for 'not for citation' materials
The district court in Lod ordered journalist Omri Asnehayim to provide police with the raw materials from an interview with former Prime Minister spokesman Eli Feldstein, while exempting certain statements marked 'not for citation.'
Critical Raw Materials in the EU / We Do Not Have Our Own Mines, Processing, and Most Materials Are Not Recycled, European Auditors State
A recent report from the European Court of Auditors highlights the EU's insufficient attention to critical raw materials necessary for energy transformation.
Mytilineos: Delivery of gallium packages to interested buyers to commence shortly
Mytilineos is set to begin the shipment of gallium packages for testing to buyers in the US, Europe, and Japan, marking a significant advancement in Greece's role in the global critical raw materials sector.
Evangelos Mytilineos: The shipment of gallium packages to interested buyers will begin soon
Evangelos Mytilineos announced that the shipment of gallium packages to buyers in the U.S., Europe, and Japan will start soon for testing and evaluation purposes.
Greek fleet underpins international trade
The Greek-owned fleet plays a crucial role in global trade, controlling significant shares of transport capacity for energy and raw materials.
Import Prices Rise for Seven Consecutive Months Due to Raw Material Costs
Despite declines in international oil prices and the won-dollar exchange rate, import prices in South Korea have risen for the seventh consecutive month due to increased raw material costs.
Why Nigeria’s export story must change
Nigeria's historical reliance on exporting unprocessed raw materials is unsustainable, prompting calls for a shift towards more complex and value-added exports to foster economic prosperity.
US is interested in processing critical minerals in Brazil, says State Department
The US shows interest in processing critical minerals in Brazil, considering the country a strategic partner in the development of essential raw materials.
African resources need processing, not mere export – BUA
BUA Group's Abdul Samad Rabiu emphasizes the need for Africa to shift its focus from exporting raw materials to industrial processing and value addition.
Czechia has enough raw materials, but food is imported. Self-sufficiency on the plate is declining
Czechia is facing declining self-sufficiency in food production, despite having sufficient raw materials available domestically.
Zimbabwe, a new central player in the global rush for lithium closely scrutinized by Beijing
Zimbabwe has emerged as a key supplier of lithium, critical for China's energy transition, as Beijing seeks to secure its supply chains amid growing dependence on imported raw materials.
Deficit of Geological Knowledge in Europe Regarding Critical Raw Materials
The European Union faces a serious lack of geological knowledge about its mineral wealth, jeopardizing its green transition and energy independence goals.
"Alarm bell" for European metallurgy - With a loud intervention of Mytilineos, the renaming of Eurometaux to European Metals
According to Evangelos Mytilineos, the President of European Metals, Europe's future in clean technologies relies on sourcing raw materials locally rather than relying on imports.
Adedeji: Raw material exports won’t save Nigeria
Zacch Adedeji emphasized the need for Nigeria to shift from relying on raw material exports to fostering an economy based on innovation and the production of complex goods for sustainable growth.
Launched the Vault Project: How the US Will Secure Strategic Minerals
On February 2nd, the White House announced the Vault Project to create a strategic critical minerals reserve and establish an independent public-private partnership for essential raw materials storage across the US.
Struggle for Raw Materials: How the USA Secures Resources in Latin America
The USA, through its newly announced raw materials initiative FORGE, aims to create a bloc against China, focusing on securing resources from Latin American countries.
Record number of foreign workers, critical raw materials and outflow of ESG capital
A record number of foreign workers in Poland has increased by 96,000 in 2025 despite a decline in employment in the corporate sector and rising unemployment.
EU intensifies raw materials initiative to reduce dependence on China
Italy, France, and Germany are set to lead the EU's efforts to strengthen access to critical minerals to lessen the union's reliance on China.
Berlin and Paris will lead the creation of EU critical raw material stocks
The European Union is accelerating plans to build stockpiles of critical raw materials, with Italy, France, and Germany expected to take the lead in efforts to reduce dependency on China.
China’s outbound investment surges to 7-year high amid data centre, energy boom
China's outbound investment reached a seven-year peak in 2025, driven by a shift towards strategic energy and raw materials projects.
Rare Earths: Trump's Plan for Important Raw Materials Takes Shape
The U.S. government is developing a strategy to secure critical raw materials, including rare earths, through state investments in mining companies and a planned summit with partners.
Joint front against China? EU prepares a raw materials offer for the USA
The European Union is preparing to collaborate with the United States to reduce dependency on China for critical minerals by outlining key points of cooperation and addressing challenges in the metals market due to sanctions on Russia.
Sunlight Group: Battery Recycling Unit Delivered in Xanthi
The Sunlight Group announced the completion of the three-year European project ReLiFe®, which involves the establishment of a battery recycling unit in Xanthi, co-financed by EIT Raw Materials.
Warning: the EU needs to improve the situation of critical raw materials
The European Court of Auditors warns that without expanding import partners for critical raw materials, increasing domestic production capacities, and improving recycling, the EU's defense and energy goals may be at risk.
From Beach to Skateboard: Recycling Cigarette Butts Turns Waste into a 3 Million R Real Business
An entrepreneur in Ubatuba, São Paulo, has created a successful business that recycles cigarette butts into valuable raw materials, addressing both waste and pollution issues.
The EU is at risk of running out of raw materials to boost renewable energy
The EU's energy transition is jeopardized by a shortage of raw materials needed to meet ambitious emissions reduction targets.
EU Raw Materials Policy: Danger Recognized but Not Eliminated
The EU Commission has struggled for years to reduce the industry's dependence on raw material imports, with inadequate results according to a report from the European Court of Auditors.
European Court of Auditors: EU's ambitions for energy transition are 'out of touch' with reality
A report from the European Court of Auditors indicates that the EU is facing serious shortages in securing critical raw materials needed for its green energy transition by 2030, deeming its ambitions unrealistic.
From the raw material we have, we can make better quality wines than the ones we have
The article discusses the growth of the wine industry in Croatia, emphasizing the potential to produce higher quality wines from existing raw materials amidst a historically challenging market.
In this race, Europe has already lost. Expert points out the way to salvation
An interview with Paweł Jarski, president of Elemental, highlights Europe's struggles in the race for raw materials and suggests that investing in urban mining and recycling could be a path to recovery.
China planning dozens of plants that use coal instead of oil to make plastics
China has approved over 30 projects to utilize coal for the production of vital raw materials as part of its strategy to decrease dependence on imported oil.
Access to Critical Raw Materials: Rare Earths and New Partners
German ministers are heading to the USA for meetings, highlighting the importance of rare earth materials and the risk of being pawns in American interests.
World Bank: Demand for critical raw materials will double by 2040
The article discusses forecasts regarding the demand for critical raw materials by 2040 and the necessary investments to meet future mineral needs, along with the interdependencies between national policies and profits from critical resources.
F.A.Z. Early Thinker: Will Wadephul Dare to Speak Up in Washington?
German Foreign Minister Wadephul advocates for a NATO strategy for Greenland while G7 finance ministers discuss China's dominance in raw materials, and Friedrich Merz engages with Narendra Modi.
Benefits of Mercosur for the EU? Critical raw materials and opportunities for the automotive industry
The article discusses the main benefits of the Mercosur agreement for the European Union, focusing on the strategic significance of the agreement in global trade competition, access to critical raw materials, its impact on the European automotive industry, and concerns regarding agriculture.
Klingbeil in Washington: Europe's Chance in the Fight for Raw Materials
Lars Klingbeil travels to Washington as G-7 finance ministers negotiate price guarantees to protect against Chinese market manipulation, emphasizing the need for bold action.
Klingbeil in Washington: Europe's Chance in the Battle for Raw Materials
Lars Klingbeil travels to Washington for G-7 finance ministers' discussions on price guarantees to counter Chinese market manipulation, emphasizing the need for decisive action.
Will a giant raw materials company emerge? Rio Tinto and Glencore discuss merger
The article discusses the potential merger between Glencore and Rio Tinto, including market reactions, initial plans, financial implications, past negotiation failures, and current consolidation trends in the mining sector.
Ten raw materials will decide the future of AI, robots, and wars. It's already lacking
Analysts from S&P Global warn of an impending copper shortage driven by the demand for technology and military spending, which could impact the tech industry and defense sector.
The weather makes raw material extraction extremely difficult
The article discusses the challenges posed by weather conditions on raw material extraction and mentions U.S. interest in buying Greenland, estimating its value between $100 billion and $1.1 trillion.
Bistros and restaurants are closing one after another. Restaurateurs in panic: 'We haven't reached the lowest point yet'
The hospitality industry in Ljubljana is facing significant challenges, with high meal prices deterring visitors while restaurant owners struggle with insufficient revenues due to expensive raw materials and labor retention issues.
Mining in Eastern Germany: Wismut is daring to take on a new role
The former mining giant Wismut, which once supplied the Soviet nuclear industry with uranium, is now focusing on managing mining legacies and aims to contribute to Germany's raw material supply in the future.