China’s zinc smelters tighten grip as global rivals struggle

China’s zinc smelters tighten grip as global rivals struggle

Harsh conditions in the global market have forced production cuts, including in Japan and Australia [BEIJING] China’s zinc producers are pushing for better supply terms from overseas miners as they benefit from smelter closures elsewhere in the world. Spot treatment charges for zinc concentrate delivered to China, a key indicator of smelter profitability, have improved…

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Indonesia’s nickel boom is forcing its own smelters to shut down

Indonesia’s nickel boom is forcing its own smelters to shut down

INDONESIA’S sprawling nickel industry is creaking under the weight of its own success, as a production surge drags down prices and a shortage of ore forces even the country’s own smelters to curb output. The South-east Asian nation’s metal boom over the past decade has convulsed the industry, catching many off-guard with its speed and…

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China tightens rules on new copper smelters to curb overcapacity

China tightens rules on new copper smelters to curb overcapacity

China will also encourage copper smelters to sign long-term purchase agreements with global miners CHINA has tightened requirements for building new copper smelters, in its latest attempt to curb relentless capacity expansion in the world’s top producer of the refined metal. Companies building new copper smelters should control enough mine supply – via outright ownership…

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