Ying Lu

Principal Analyst Project Blue

Ying is a Principal Analyst at Project Blue, with over 10 years of experience in the metals and mining sector. She brings deep expertise in critical minerals and supply chain analysis, combining industry knowledge with strategic insight to drive impactful research.  At Project Blue, her work includes cost and market analysis for copper, cobalt and molybdenum, in addition to supporting the broader research team. Before joining Project Blue, Ying held senior analyst positions at Wood Mackenzie and Roskill. She also gained hands-on experience as a metal trader and supply chain specialist in the mining and energy sectors, developing a wide-reaching industry and academic network across Asia and Europe. Ying has effectively leveraged her deep expertise in critical minerals to blend technical insight with business acumen, enabling her to identify and interpret key trends shaping these vital markets. Her insights on battery raw materials are regularly featured in leading industry media and journals, making her one of the most influential voices in the global battery metals space.