
Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest has taken a 16.8% stake in EQ Resources, backing a Western tungsten producer as concern grows over China's dominance

ABB has agreed to acquire Rotork for US$5.5bn, its largest-ever deal, expanding an automation portfolio that serves oil, gas and mining customers

Despite increasing demand for critical minerals, there are growing risks as IEA reports on falling investment into mining operations

ABB has agreed to acquire Rotork for US$5.5bn, its largest-ever deal, expanding an automation portfolio that serves oil, gas and mining customers

Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest has taken a 16.8% stake in EQ Resources, backing a Western tungsten producer as concern grows over China's dominance

Datavault AI and Patriot Strategic Metals are partnering to develop a platform which will support the lifecycle of a critical mineral supply chain

Mining Digital takes a look at some of the leading stories of this week, including the price of gold and new critical materials production capabilities
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