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Metal Bank Limited (MBK) has announced its first formal gold resource estimate at the Seven Leaders Starter Pit, marking a pivotal step towards production in 2026. The 6,300-ounce resource underpins a strategy to leverage existing infrastructure and minimise capital costs.

Future Metals NL has completed strategic planning that enhances its flagship Panton PGM Project’s value, driven by a 35% rise in platinum group metal prices and expanded exploration programs. The company is also advancing infrastructure options and strengthening its management team to accelerate development.

Resolute Mining’s updated Definitive Feasibility Study for the Doropo Gold Project reveals a 55% increase in ore reserves, a longer mine life, and robust financial returns, positioning the project as a key growth driver.

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.

Boab Metals reveals a significant A$25 million capital cost reduction and a six-month faster construction timeline for its Sorby Hills Lead-Silver Project, bolstered by tender results and secured financing.

St Barbara Limited has locked in A$470 million in funding through strategic partnerships with Lingbao Gold Group and Kumul Mineral Holdings, fully financing the Simberi Gold Project expansion and accelerating its development timeline.

St Barbara Limited’s latest Feasibility Study confirms the Simberi Expansion Project as a long-life, low-cost gold and silver operation with robust economics and a 13-year mine life. The project promises over 2 million ounces of gold production and competitive costs, pending key regulatory approvals.

Volt Resources has locked in a $11.1 million equity investment from Unbounded Opportunities Fund to accelerate development of its Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania, aiming to boost production and cut costs.

Star Minerals has received mining approval for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, setting the stage for mining to commence in early 2026. With robust production targets and a key partnership in place, the project is poised to advance swiftly.

International Graphite Limited projects robust financial returns from its new expandable graphite facility joint venture in Germany, targeting production start in mid-2027 with rapid payback and low capital costs.

VBX Limited has confirmed the quality and scale of its Wuudagu C bauxite deposit through comprehensive infill drilling, reinforcing its Preliminary Feasibility Study and advancing its Definitive Feasibility Study with metallurgical optimization.

Ardea Resources updates its Definitive Feasibility Study for the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project, confirming a streamlined processing approach and a new sale product that could enhance project economics and market reach.