Latest Battery Metals News

Prospect Resources has completed the sale of its Step Aside Lithium Project in Zimbabwe for up to US$2.2 million, marking a strategic shift towards its larger copper venture in Zambia.

Morella Corporation’s Phase 2 metallurgical testwork at the Mt Edon Rubidium Project confirms rubidium recoveries up to 93.6% and identifies two viable processing pathways, strengthening the project’s technical foundation.

Chariot Corporation and partners have formalized a phased small-scale mining initiative in Nigeria, aiming to unlock near-term lithium production while advancing larger exploration goals.

IRIS Metals has partnered with Rock Zero to pioneer a low-emission lithium refining process in the U.S., aiming to secure a domestic supply chain with breakthrough technology.

Belararox Ltd announces the immediate resignation of founding Managing Director Arvind Misra, with Chairman Neil Warburton stepping in as interim leader during the search for a new executive director.

Aura Energy has secured a new exploration permit in Sweden, adjacent to its existing Häggån project, positioning the company to deepen its stake in a globally significant polymetallic resource area.

Wildcat Resources has significantly extended its Bolt Cutter Central lithium discovery in Western Australia's Pilbara, with drilling confirming a strike length of at least 900 meters and ongoing assays promising further growth. Concurrently, high-grade gold and antimony intercepts at the Mount Adrah project in NSW reinforce the company's diversified exploration success.

Patriot Resources reports significant copper-zinc-lead assay results from its Phase 1 trenching at Kitumba, Zambia, expanding the mineralised footprint fivefold and setting the stage for further exploration.

Charger Metals has initiated a 3,000m drilling program targeting a significant niobium anomaly at its Lake Johnston Lithium Project, funded by Rio Tinto Exploration. This move could unlock new battery metals potential alongside existing lithium and gold prospects.

Kuniko Limited’s recent airborne electromagnetic survey at its Commonwealth Gold–Silver Project has revealed multiple promising conductive features along a key structural corridor, setting the stage for targeted drilling in early 2026.

Charger Metals has launched a fresh reverse circulation drilling campaign at its Lake Johnston project, targeting overlooked gold and lithium zones with backing from Rio Tinto Exploration. Historic gold intercepts at the Richard Gold Prospect are now being revisited after a decade-long hiatus.

Novo Resources reports impressive high-grade gold assays from the Teichman area and significant gold-antimony intercepts at Sherlock Crossing, setting the stage for expanded drilling in 2026.