Latest Aluminium News

VBX Limited is set to raise $10 million through an initial public offering to fund the development of its Wuudagu Bauxite Project in Western Australia, supported by a positive pre-feasibility study and strong market fundamentals driven by China’s growing aluminium demand.

Western Yilgarn NL has secured the Cardea 3 Bauxite Project in Western Australia's Darling Range, adding a significant high-grade bauxite asset near its Julimar Project. Historical drilling confirms strong alumina grades and strategic infrastructure access.

Meridian Energy and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters have agreed to end their current demand response arrangement early, with NZAS ramping up production from mid-June 2025. This move reflects improved hydro storage and bolstered confidence in New Zealand’s winter electricity supply.

Metal Powder Works has doubled its production capacity for advanced metal powders using its patented DirectPowder™ process, achieving this milestone without additional capital expenditure. The company also cut production cycle times by up to 40%, positioning itself as a key US supplier for defence applications.

Metro Mining’s latest update reveals a decline in Ore Reserves and Resources at Bauxite Hills Mine due to 2024 mining activity, with no new exploration additions. The company plans a significant capital expansion to boost production capacity.

Red Metal Limited’s latest leach test results from the Sybella rare earths discovery confirm promising low-cost processing potential using mild acid conditions, significantly reducing impurities and acid consumption. The findings pave the way for definitive column leach tests and expanded resource evaluation.

Tempest Minerals reports promising initial metallurgical results from its Remorse Iron discovery in Western Australia, highlighting high-grade iron concentrate with low impurities. Further test results are anticipated, underpinning ongoing project development.

Meridian Energy's April 2025 report reveals a notable rise in hydro storage levels and a dip in national electricity demand, alongside a significant increase in generation prices.

Capral Limited reported steady 2024 financial results with solid profitability despite softer residential markets, while announcing board changes and continuing its share buy-back program.

Andromeda Metals has successfully produced ultra-high purity alumina (HPA) at 99.9985% purity using a novel, cost-effective, and lower carbon process from kaolin sourced at its Great White Project. Independent validation confirms the breakthrough, positioning the company to capitalize on growing global demand.

Green Critical Minerals has fast-tracked its VHD Graphite pilot plant commissioning, producing prototype blocks with record-breaking density and thermal performance, while securing strategic partnerships and advancing key projects.

ABx Group Limited reports significant progress in rare earths exploration in Tasmania, ALCORE fluorine recycling pilot plant development, and bauxite project advancements, positioning itself amid tightening global supply chains.