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60 Seconds in Platinum

Few people are currently aware of the full range of interesting and highly beneficial things that platinum does. To address this, we publish our brief 60 Seconds in Platinum articles up to four times per month.

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Earth Day 2024 - Protecting our planet - 25 April 2024

Did you know that more than 80% of platinum’s end uses – excluding jewellery and investment – are for applications that reduce energy requirements and harmful emissions? In celebration of Earth Day 2024 we are highlighting how platinum protects our planet by providing sustainable solutions that improve our world.

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The new plug-in hybrid Prius. Picture credit: Toyota

Plug-in with platinum - 10 April 2024

Growth in hybrid vehicle sales, especially plug-in, is sustaining automotive platinum demand, despite rising battery electric vehicle market share

Platinum on film - 21 March 2024

Demand for platinum thin film coatings is growing as semiconductor and sensor applications proliferate

Hydrogen in South Korea - 14 March 2024

Leading academic Professor Ock Taeck Lim shares his insights on the development of the hydrogen economy in his country

The University of Sheffield has recently installed a PEM electrolyser. Picture credit: University of Sheffield

UK Hydrogen Week 2024 - 29 February 2024

Following the success of its inauguration last year, UK Hydrogen Week is taking place once again, from Monday, 26 February until Sunday, 3 March 

Hydrogen refuelling in Europe - 21 February 2024

EU legislation and hydrogen refuelling network investment is a boost for platinum-based FCEV growth 

National flag of South Korea

Spotlight on South Korea - 31 January 2024

The country’s adoption of hydrogen technologies as it moves towards net zero has positive implications for platinum demand 

Platinum bullion bars coins

How to invest in platinum - 17 January 2024

A wide range of accessible options exists for both private and professional investors, and low minimum investment levels are possible

The Royal Mint’s Britannia 2024 1oz platinum bullion coin - reverse

Iconic investment - 14 December 2023

Recent platinum bar and coin product launches are inspired by timeless themes while delivering cutting-edge design  

Research & development - 7 December 2023

Use of platinum group metals continues to expand as new applications are discovered

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