Latest Advanced Manufacturing News

MRG Metals has raised $0.73 million through a placement to advance its rare earth and heavy mineral sands projects in Mozambique and South Africa, including a strategic acquisition and mining license progression.

Prospech Limited advances its Korsnäs rare earth project by transitioning from flotation upgrades to a targeted hydrometallurgical program with ANSTO Minerals, aiming to unlock value from a significant historical concentrate stockpile in Finland.

Metal Powder Works has formalized a partnership with Austal USA to develop custom metal powders for US Navy additive manufacturing, positioning MPW within a critical defense supply chain.

Lindian Resources has optimised its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, increasing ore processing capacity by 25% and appointing Obsideo as the design and construction contractor for its processing plant. This upgrade significantly enhances the project's financial outlook while keeping capital costs within budget.

Viking Mines Ltd is set to acquire six tungsten projects in Nevada, including the historically productive Linka Project, supported by a $750,000 investment from American Tungsten Corp. This move positions Viking to tap into critical mineral demand amid soaring tungsten prices and geopolitical supply risks.

Fortuna Metals has confirmed a significant rutile discovery at its Mkanda project in Malawi, with high-grade drill results reaching up to 2.21% rutile over wide intervals. This discovery, adjacent to a world-class deposit, signals strong potential for a large-scale titanium feedstock resource.

IperionX partners with Carver Pump to fast-track production of critical titanium components for U.S. Navy ships, aiming to cut lead times from over a year to under a week.

Amaero Ltd has secured a significant endorsement from the U.S. Department of the Navy for its Powder Metallurgy Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM-HIP) technology, positioning it as a key solution to long lead times in defense manufacturing.

Aurora Labs has signed a landmark MOU with European defence giant MBDA to explore integrating its 3D-printed turbojet engines into advanced missile systems, marking a significant step into international defence markets.

Metal Powder Works Limited has achieved a major production milestone by successfully manufacturing high-purity silver powder using its patented DirectPowder™ process, positioning itself to serve the booming electric vehicle and electronics sectors.

Amaero Ltd has secured a substantial A$9 million saving on its Argon recycling plant, ordered a fourth atomizer to boost U.S. powder production, and remains on track with its A$72 million capital investment program.

Bayan Mining has locked in an exclusive worldwide licence for advanced rare earth processing technologies developed at Colorado School of Mines, promising higher recovery rates and lower costs for its Desert Star Project near Mountain Pass.