Podium Minerals Limited has become the first Australian PGM developer to join the World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) as a pre-production member. The WPIC, founded by leading platinum group metals (PGM) miners and producers, serves as a global authority on platinum market intelligence and investment. As a member, Podium will gain access to WPIC’s extensive...
READ MOREA team from Leiden University and the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory has identified the root cause of platinum electrode corrosion, a discovery that could enhance green hydrogen production and improve electrochemical sensors. The findings were published in Nature Materials. While platinum is known for its durability, the study revealed that negatively polarized platinum electrodes degrade...
READ MOREHeraeus Precious Metals has completed the acquisition of Umicore’s Platinum Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) business outside of South America. The move bolsters Heraeus’s position in the platinum API sector, enhancing its product offerings while maintaining a commitment to competitive pricing and high-quality standards. Effective immediately, the business will be integrated into Heraeus Precious Metals, the...
READ MOREThe Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has raised its stake in Northam Platinum to 20%, reinforcing its commitment to the long-term prospects of platinum group metals (PGMs). This follows the PIC’s move last year to increase its holding in Sibanye-Stillwater to 15%, as the asset manager continues to back the green economy potential of PGMs, particularly...
READ MOREAnglo American Platinum (ANGPY) has emerged as a standout player in the global platinum-group metals (PGM) mining industry. Despite market volatility and a downturn in PGM prices, the company has consistently maintained profitability, distinguishing itself from competitors. ANGPY holds the largest PGM mineral resources worldwide, operates cost-efficient facilities, and has demonstrated prudent management in navigating...
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Nornickel, a leading Russian mining company and a top producer of palladium and nickel, has released its market projections for 2025, highlighting distinct supply and demand dynamics for copper, nickel, platinum, and palladium. Each metal’s outlook reflects a mix of global economic factors and industry-specific developments. CopperThe global copper market, currently in surplus by 200,000...
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