Latest Arbitration News

Equatorial Resources has completed its final arbitration submissions against the Republic of Congo with a final ICSID award expected in the first half of 2027. Meanwhile, the company continues to seek clarity on the status of its iron ore exploration permits in Guinea amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty.

Riedel Resources has secured majority control of two large gold projects in Western Australia’s Laverton district, transforming into a multi-jurisdictional explorer with a strong cash position to fund upcoming drilling campaigns.

Cassius Mining Limited (ASX: CMD) has raised $5 million through secured convertible notes to support its Soalara Limestone project development and international arbitration claim against Ghana, with a final hearing scheduled for June 2026.

Cassius Mining’s Ghanaian subsidiary has escalated its damages claim to USD 905 million, citing lost profits from a stalled gold project, as the arbitration hearing looms in June.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) confronts unexpected uncertainty as Greenlandic authorities signal potential non-extension of the Kvanefjeld exploration licence, disrupting planned 2026 activities and intensifying ongoing legal disputes.

Sarama Resources has progressed exploration at its Australian Cosmo and Mt Venn gold projects while pursuing a $242 million arbitration claim against Burkina Faso over a disputed permit withdrawal.

Energy Transition Minerals' legal battle over the Kvanefjeld rare earths project moves from arbitration to Greenlandic and Danish courts, following a tribunal ruling that imposes significant costs on ETM's subsidiary.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) reported a robust H1 FY26 with underlying EBITDA up 30.8%, raising full-year guidance despite a significant legal settlement cost. The company’s diversified portfolio and strong order book underpin its optimistic outlook.

Kingsgate Consolidated Limited has reported a spectacular half-year performance with a 3,491% jump in net profit and a doubling of revenue, driven by higher gold and silver production. The company also declared its first interim dividend in years, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering reported a strong half-year EBITDA growth of 30.8% despite a $46.1 million legal settlement impacting net profit. The company raised its full-year EBITDA guidance amid a robust project pipeline and ongoing diversification.

GreenX Metals has successfully completed a A$13.6 million placement while confirming Poland’s appeal against a Singapore court ruling, underscoring ongoing legal challenges alongside fresh capital.

Berkeley Energia’s subsidiary has lodged a $1.25 billion arbitration claim against Spain, alleging treaty violations that have stalled its Salamanca uranium project. Despite the dispute, the company remains committed to dialogue and project development.