HKEX News Events Education Contact us Account METALS TRADING CLEARING MARKET DATA PHYSICAL SERVICES Search the LME Home Market data Market data licensing Data distribution Market data licensing Data distribution QUICK ACCESS Derived data Non-display licence Usage licence Natural User Policy Wallboard and media distribution Trading and clearing What is a Distribution Licence? Customers who wish to distribute LME data outside of their organisation, or to display LME data on a public website/application, require a Distribution Licence. Who is it for? Data and information vendors Website operators How much does it cost? Fees vary depending on whether distribution is real-time, 30 minutes or next day delayed data. The annual licence fee for distributing real-time and/or 30 minutes delayed LME data is $18,000 and there are per user fees for most licence types. Next day distribution incurs a one-off fee of $3,500. How do I apply? Real-time / 30 Minutes Application for a Distribution Licence can be complete via the Online Licensing Portal. The LME will aim to review your application within 6 weeks of receipt of your submitted order. Please note that this review period may be extended where applicants have not provided all the information requested. Next Day A Next Day Distribution licence can be applied for and executed electronically on the LME’s Online Licensing Portal. Begin the application process Documentation Market Data Licence Agreement Distribution (01 January 2022) (PDF) LME Audit Policy 01 January 2022 (PDF) LME Market Data Policy (01 January 2022) (PDF) Market Data Licence Agreement Distribution (01 October 2021) (PDF) LME Audit Policy 01 October 2021 (PDF) LME Market Data Policy (01 October 2021) (PDF) Contact us For further information please email our Market Data team. Contact us STAY UP TO DATE Register with LME.com Receive full access to all our price data and gain access to our monthly LME newsletter, packed with market tips and insights from our on-staff specialists. Register now Metals Trading Clearing Market data Physical services About About the LME Committees Governance Corporate Business continuity FAQs Regulation LME Rulebook (Download) LME Clear Rulebook (Download) Guide to market structure (Download) Market regulation Benchmark regulation Pre-trade transparency Brexit Rules Arbitration Responsibility Responsible sourcing Sustainability Conduct Diversity and inclusion Charity Corporate disclosure CONTACT US London +44 (0)207113 8888 10 Finsbury Square London EC2A 1AJ Singapore +65 6535 5035 9 Battery Road #07-02 MYP Centre Raffles Place Singapore 049910 Register Log in Legal Privacy statement Cookie policy Modern slavery statement Website T&C's Email disclaimer Cyber security awareness © 2021 The London Metal Exchange - an HKEX Company. All rights reserved. This website uses Cookies By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies