Core Viewpoint - Lassila & Tikanoja Plc has announced a share repurchase program aimed at supporting share-based incentive schemes and compensating the Board of Directors, with a maximum of 150,000 shares to be repurchased, representing approximately 0.39% of total shares [1][3]. Group 1 - The share repurchase will commence on 2 March 2026 and conclude by 28 April 2026 [1]. - The repurchase will be conducted using the company's unrestricted equity at the market price on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd, and will not be proportional to existing shareholders' holdings [2]. - The Extraordinary General Meeting on 4 December 2025 authorized the Board to repurchase up to 2,000,000 shares, which is about 5.2% of the total shares, for various purposes including acquisitions and incentive schemes [3]. Group 2 - The total number of registered shares in Lassila & Tikanoja Plc is 38,211,724, and currently, the company does not hold any of its own shares [4]. - Lassila & Tikanoja is a leading Nordic circular economy company focused on waste management, recycling, and promoting sustainable material use, employing approximately 2,300 people in Finland and Sweden [5].

Lassila & Tikanoja PlcStock exchange release 26 February 2026 at 5.45 PM EET Lassila & Tikanoja’s Shareholders’ Nomination Board submits its proposals for the 2026 Annual General Meeting Lassila & Tikanoja’s Shareholders’ Nomination Board submits the following proposals to the Annual General Meeting to be held on 28 April 2026. The proposals will also be included in the notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting. Number and Composition of the Board of Directors The Shareholders’ Nomination Board proposes the ...

Core Insights - St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. has announced a joint venture between its subsidiary EVSX Corp. and Voltrinov to evaluate and process end-of-life electric vehicle and micromobility batteries for repurposing and recycling [1][2] Company Overview - EVSX operates a state-of-the-art battery processing line with a capacity of 10,000 metric tons per year, focusing on the recovery of critical battery metals and materials without generating landfill waste [8] - Voltrinov, founded in 2021, specializes in sustainable electric mobility solutions and operates a facility for the repair, refurbishment, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries [10][11] Joint Venture Details - The joint venture will leverage Voltrinov's technical expertise to assess and dismantle end-of-life batteries at its facility in Québec, while EVSX will process these batteries in Ontario to produce black mass for component recovery [2][3] - The black mass will be refined at Voltrinov's facility to produce battery-grade minerals, supporting a circular economy model in battery manufacturing [3] Economic Impact - The joint venture is expected to create new full-time positions in Québec and enhance the region's battery processing capacity, addressing recent capacity constraints in the area [4][7] - The collaboration aims to manage increasing volumes of end-of-life batteries locally, thereby supporting Québec's circular economy objectives [6][7] Market Context - The battery recycling market in Québec and Eastern Canada has seen a reduction in processing capacity, creating an opportunity for specialized operators like EVSX and Voltrinov to fill this gap [5][7]

DS Smith, an International Paper company, and a leading global supplier of fibre-based and sustainable packaging solutions, announces the first results of its partnership with Apilab, a world leader in bee biomonitoring.Launched in 2025, the scientific partnership is transforming bees into environmental sentinels at thirteen packaging facilities across France. The bees provide early warning signs of changes in their ecosystem.Apilab: innovation is key to biodiversity.Apilab has developed a unique methodolog ...

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Amsterdam, 25 February 2026 --- AMG Critical Materials N.V. (“AMG”, EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: “AMG”) acquired AURA Technologie GmbH in Germany for €10 million in a transaction consisting of 34% cash and 66% AMG shares. The acquisition represents a major strategic step in AMG’s expansion into high-purity molybdenum and strengthens its position in circular critical materials processing. AURA is an established processor of spent hydrodesulfurization (HDS) catalysts, which contain molybdenum as a key active component ...

Saint-Sauveur, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - Visit Cerro de Pasco Resources (TSXV: CDPR) (OTCQB: GPPRF) at Booth #2628 at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) Convention at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) from Sunday, March 1 to Wednesday, March 4, 2026. About Cerro de Pasco ResourcesCerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (CDPR) is focused on the development of its principal 100% owned asset, the El Metalurgista mining concession, comprising silver-rich mineral tai ...

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Core Viewpoint - Betolar has partnered with GTK and EcoGraf to explore the use of mine tailings from the Epanko graphite project in Tanzania for metal recovery and low-carbon cement production, promoting a circular economy in mining and construction industries [1][2][4]. Group 1: Partnership and Objectives - The partnership is based on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to evaluate the feasibility of using graphite project tailings in circular economy material solutions [2]. - EcoGraf is advancing the TanzGraphite initiative to supply feedstock for battery anode material processing and high-quality graphite for industrial applications [2]. Group 2: Tailings and Technology - The Epanko project is expected to generate approximately 900,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) of tailings over the first decade [3]. - The collaboration will investigate the effectiveness of Betolar's metal extraction technology, which has shown recovery rates of up to 99% for critical metals [3][4]. Group 3: Sustainability and Circular Economy - The process aims to produce low-carbon cement, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials and contributing to emission reductions [4][5]. - This initiative supports the transition towards a circular economy by converting mine tailings into valuable resources, aligning with EU and Finland's resource efficiency goals [5]. Group 4: Industry Impact - The partnership highlights the growing interest in sustainable mining practices globally, particularly in Africa, as companies seek to transform waste into new value [6].

Core Insights - The mining industry is experiencing a transformation through automation and new technologies, enhancing operations and boosting domestic production globally [1][4][6]. Group 1: Technological Advancements - Self-driving vehicles are revolutionizing mining operations, showcasing how automation is enhancing efficiency [1]. - Australia is utilizing advanced electromagnetic surveys to create mineral potential maps, covering around 70% of the country [2]. - Satellite technology is being integrated into mining operations, allowing for remote data transmission and monitoring of worker safety [7][10]. Group 2: Critical Minerals and Market Dynamics - Australia is positioning itself as a key player in the critical minerals market, which is essential for energy transition technologies [3][4]. - China currently dominates the production of over 15 critical minerals, leading to a global race among nations to reduce this dependency [4]. Group 3: Artisanal Mining Sector - The artisanal mining sector has grown significantly, contributing approximately 20% of the world's gold supply today, up from 4% in the 1990s [11]. - There are pressing regulatory challenges within the artisanal mining sector, particularly concerning social and environmental risks [12][14]. Group 4: ESG and Industry Challenges - The relevance of ESG frameworks in mining is being questioned, with some experts suggesting it is evolving rather than dying [15][17]. - The industry faces challenges in balancing compliance with varying regulations across different markets [18][19]. - Circular economy principles are being explored, with mining companies encouraged to adopt practices that support sustainability [20][21].