Latest Commercial Production News

Iltani Resources has locked in an $8 million investment from Queensland’s government-backed QIC fund to fast-track its Orient Silver-Indium Project, positioning the company at the forefront of critical minerals development in Northern Queensland.

Everest Metals has signed a strategic MOU with Arlington Innovation Partners to access U.S. government non-dilutive funding and partnerships, advancing its Mt Edon critical minerals project focused on rubidium and lithium.

Capstone Copper has struck a strategic deal with Orion Resource Partners, unlocking up to $360 million for a 25% stake in its Santo Domingo and Sierra Norte projects, accelerating development in Chile’s Atacama region.

Austral Gold has resumed commercial production at its Casposo Mine in Argentina after completing a significant plant refurbishment, aiming to boost its output alongside operations in Chile.

Brightstar Resources has reported a remarkable 91% increase in gold production at its Laverton underground mines for the September quarter, setting a new company record. The ramp-up at the Fish mine and ongoing exploration efforts signal strong growth potential.

Elixir Energy has confirmed 23 meters of net gas pay across three Permian formations at its Diona-1 well in Queensland, setting the stage for flow testing and potential near-term gas production.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited (ASX – LMG) has launched an $8 million equity raising to fund the ramp-up of its magnesium metal production and advance feasibility studies for a larger commercial plant. The company’s patented hydromet process converts brown coal ash into sustainable magnesium with significantly lower emissions than global peers.

Vulcan Energy has locked in a binding lithium hydroxide supply agreement with Glencore, completing the key offtake contracts needed to finance its Phase One Lionheart Project. This milestone positions Vulcan to advance construction and meet growing European EV battery demand.

Triangle Energy and its joint venture partners have been awarded two offshore service contracts in the underexplored Sandakan Basin, Philippines, holding significant contingent gas and condensate resources. These contracts mark a strategic expansion into a promising region with multi-TCF exploration upside.

Li-S Energy has partnered with Praetorian Aeronautics to integrate advanced lithium-sulfur batteries into autonomous interceptor drones, aiming to boost Australia's sovereign defence capabilities.

Lindian Resources has successfully completed early development works at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi on time and within budget, setting the stage for mining operations to begin in early 2026. The company has also secured key mining equipment and is progressing with infrastructure and process plant preparations.

Volt Resources is advancing its Alabama Graphite Refinery project to produce high purity graphite in the US, leveraging proven Ukrainian technology and targeting near-term commercial production with low capital costs and strong environmental credentials.