lithium batteries
Coverage of lithium batteries in the Nexus archive.
- Nigeria opens $250M lithium processing plant
Nigeria opened a $250 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa state, built by Chinese companies Jiuling and Canmax. The facility will process 3 million metric tons of lithium ore annually, part of a broader African effort to add value to raw materials. Chinese firms have invested $1.3 billion in Nigeria's lithium processing capacity from 2023 to 2025, aiming to support the global electric vehicle battery market.
- 💥 The explosive reason CA may ban single-use vapes
California proposes banning single-use vapes by 2028 to prevent fires from lithium batteries, with garbage companies and environmental groups supporting the measure. Opponents, including convenience store industry groups and law enforcement, argue it would drive consumers to illegal products. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, aims to promote reusable vape cartridges and has advanced to the appropriations committee.
- Aviation bosses are tired of reminding you about 2 crucial plane safety rules
A British Airways flight experienced a cellphone fire, prompting calls for passengers to keep lithium-battery devices in carry-ons. Aviation groups like the TSA and IATA are urging travelers to follow safety rules, including avoiding luggage retrieval during emergencies.
- What Beirut’s Port Scanners Miss About Militant Supply Chains
The new scanners at the Port of Beirut detected items like lithium batteries, drone propellers, and fiber optic cable but failed to identify a distributed threat spread across multiple shipments over weeks. The AI system could analyze individual containers but could not connect the dots to recognize the combined purpose of the shipments.
- Rail car loaded with lithium batteries bursts into flames in Cajon Pass
A rail car carrying lithium batteries caught fire in Cajon Pass, as reported by authorities. The incident occurred early Wednesday.
- Rail car loaded with lithium batteries bursts into flames in Cajon Pass
A rail car loaded with lithium batteries caught fire in Cajon Pass early Wednesday, according to authorities. The incident involved a rail car transporting lithium batteries that ignited in the Cajon Pass area.
- How dangerous ARE portable chargers on planes? Why an entire easyJet flight was diverted over a power bank - and the other items to avoid packing
An easyJet flight was diverted due to a power bank incident, highlighting safety concerns about portable chargers on planes. The article warns passengers about prohibited items and FAA regulations regarding lithium batteries.
- E-bike battery fires are a hazard across Canada. These companies are pitching solutions
Lithium battery fires from e-bikes have caused millions in damage and deaths in Canada, leading to bans in some buildings and transit. Two companies claim to offer safer solutions with added benefits for riders.
- Energizer releases coin lithium batteries that won't cause burning if accidentally swallowed
Energizer has released new coin lithium batteries called Ultimate Child Shield that are designed to prevent burning if accidentally swallowed and also cause the mouth to turn blue. These batteries are intended to improve child safety. The new feature is a significant development in battery technology.
- China’s Battery Exports Surge as War Drives Energy-Supply Crunch
China's lithium battery exports have surged due to global energy-supply shortages caused by ongoing conflicts. The increase highlights China's pivotal role in the global battery supply chain and its impact on international markets.