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Aspire Mining has secured a $69.9 million lump-sum EPC contract with China Coal Technology and Engineering Group’s international arm, significantly de-risking its Ovoot Coking Coal Project and targeting first coal production by late 2027.

Pursuit Minerals has identified promising gold and silver targets at its Sascha Marcelina project in Argentina, planning a 4,050-metre drilling campaign to test these high-potential zones. The project’s geological similarities to the world-class Cerro Negro system bolster hopes for a significant discovery.

Ballymore Resources has reported compelling high-grade silver-lead-zinc-indium mineralisation from recent drilling at its Torpy’s and Little Torpy’s prospects in north Queensland, highlighting the potential for a significant shallow polymetallic deposit.

Tivan Limited has restarted fieldwork at its Sandover AI Project in central Australia, leveraging AI-driven targeting alongside enhanced collaboration with EARTH AI. Results from new electromagnetic surveys are expected by March 2026, setting the stage for expanded drilling campaigns.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited’s scoping study confirms the Amargosa Bauxite-Gallium Project as a large-scale, capital-efficient direct-ship bauxite operation with robust economic returns and strategic market positioning.

Norwest Minerals updates its West Arunta exploration strategy following a doubling of silver prices and a high-grade discovery at Dales Gossan, setting the stage for a major 2026 drilling campaign.

VRX Silica Limited has expanded its Arrowsmith North project’s offtake commitments by 550,000 tonnes annually and appointed Pareto Securities to manage debt financing, reinforcing its path to production.

ABx Group has secured a non-refundable $300,000 fee from Good Importing International to extend an exclusive option for a $4.8 million investment in its New South Wales bauxite projects until mid-2026. This move strengthens their strategic partnership amid shifting global bauxite supply dynamics.

Caspin Resources has completed the second tranche of its $4.6 million capital raising, issuing over 28 million shares and broker options to fund its promising mineral projects. This milestone strengthens the company’s position in the competitive tin and critical minerals sector.

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd has reported outstanding assay results from diamond drilling at its Achilles deposit in NSW, revealing a high-grade zone extending over 150m wide and 250m deep. These results reinforce the deposit's potential amid rising silver prices.

Coronado Global Resources has finalized its financial support agreement with Stanwell Corporation, cementing previously disclosed terms and providing clarity on its capital position.

QGold Pty Ltd has launched an unconditional on-market takeover offer for all shares of Venus Metals Corporation Limited at a 21% premium, providing shareholders with immediate cash liquidity. The offer, backed by a substantial funding arrangement, signals potential strategic shifts for Venus Metals.