Latest Commercial Production News

Nexsen Limited teams with Universiti Malaya to launch a joint research facility aiming to develop a rapid biosensor detecting E. coli and Salmonella simultaneously, addressing a critical food safety gap in Southeast Asia.

Brazilian Critical Minerals (ASX: BCM) has locked in pre-approval under Australia’s R&D Tax Incentive for its Ema Rare Earth Project, including critical overseas activities in Brazil. This reduces regulatory uncertainty and supports funding efficiency for advancing the project’s development.

Elixir Energy has completed stimulation at its Diona-1 well in Queensland’s Surat-Bowen Basin, observing encouraging gas indications ahead of flow testing. The well’s proximity to major pipeline infrastructure could accelerate commercialisation if results hold.

Vertex Minerals accelerated gold production at its Reward Gold Mine to 284 ounces in the March quarter, supported by underground rehabilitation, operational upgrades, and new funding facilities. The company also expanded its exploration footprint with the Dun Dun licence and is pursuing 24/7 underground mining approval.

Botala Energy’s Serowe CBM Project advances as key production well 3.5B reaches 83% depth with multiple support wells actively managing reservoir pressure and gas flows confirmed from pilot operations.

Prairie Lithium has moved Pad #1 from groundwork to active building construction, backed by SaskPower's powerline installation and a binding Hydro Lithium offtake agreement that includes a A$10 million equipment contribution. First production is targeted for Q4 2026.

Latrobe Magnesium has achieved continuous production of high-grade Magnesium Oxide from brown coal ash and secured a US$2 million prepayment from its US offtake partner, setting the stage for magnesium metal production in the second half of 2026.

Green360 Technologies has kicked off commercial production of its low-carbon Eco-Clay cement alternative through a capital-light tolling agreement with Calix, while securing federal grant funding and a $4.5 million placement to fuel growth.

Tamboran Resources has closed its retail entitlement offer, adding A$24.8 million to a total equity raise of A$282.6 million to fund expanded drilling and development in the Beetaloo Basin.

Talga Group reported record anode production at its EVA plant and significant progress on its 5,000tpa Vittangi anode plant FEED study, alongside strategic partnerships and exploration breakthroughs.

Conrad Asia Energy has taken a decisive step from exploration to production with the Final Investment Decision on its Mako Gas Project, booking reserves for the first time and progressing a major farm-down transaction.

Cleo Diagnostics (ASX:COV) has hit a major milestone by completing sample collection for its pivotal U.S. ovarian cancer trial, while progressing manufacturing and analytical validation steps toward FDA 510(k) submission.