French miner Eramet partners with Chinese firm Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt to produce battery-grade nickel in Indonesia.

French miner Eramet seeks partnership with Chinese firm Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt to produce battery-grade nickel in Indonesia after canceling plans with BASF. The collaboration aims to create a supply chain free from Chinese influence, as Chinese firms build HPAL plants faster and cheaper, but face concerns over tailings management and contamination risks. The rising demand for nickel from the electric vehicle sector necessitates more plants in Indonesia.

July 05, 2024
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