Latest Construction Readiness News

ioneer Ltd has raised approximately US$50.4 million through an institutional placement to fund the advancement of its Rhyolite Ridge lithium-boron project in Nevada towards a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026. The capital injection supports project readiness, environmental permitting, and early works for this strategically significant US critical minerals asset.

FireFly Metals has significantly expanded its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project resource by 51%, backed by a substantial A$149 million equity raise, positioning the company for accelerated development and economic studies.

Geopacific Resources advances its Woodlark Gold Project with strong drilling results and steady progress on its Definitive Feasibility Study, positioning the project for development readiness.

Argosy Minerals has made significant strides in developing its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, securing a crucial 40MW power connection and executing a lithium carbonate spot sales contract, all while navigating a buoyant lithium market.

Revolver Resources has significantly upgraded the Dianne Copper Mine Project’s resource base and outlined robust economics for a mining restart, targeting first copper cathode production by late 2026.

Highfield Resources has secured a A$10 million investment from existing strategic shareholders, extending its financial runway through early 2027 while awaiting a critical Spanish Supreme Court ruling on its Goyo mining permit appeal.

Green Technology Metals has appointed Altris Engineering to complete the Definitive Feasibility Study for its Seymour Lithium Project in Ontario, advancing towards a mid-2026 Final Investment Decision amid a disciplined cash strategy.

Marimaca Copper's Chilean subsidiary has obtained formal environmental approval for its Marimaca Oxide Project, clearing a critical hurdle toward construction readiness in the second half of 2026. This milestone follows years of environmental and social groundwork and sets the stage for the next permitting phase.

Toubani Resources confirms uninterrupted operations at its Kobada Gold Project in Mali despite local fuel and security concerns, while progressing key funding and permitting milestones.

Santana Minerals has lodged a comprehensive Fast-track Approvals application for its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand, aiming for development consents by the end of the 2026 financial year. The project promises significant economic and employment benefits for the Central Otago region.

Green Technology Metals advances its Ontario lithium projects with new mining leases, a significant rubidium discovery, and a $4.5 million capital raise to fuel development.

KGL Resources is making significant strides in preparing the Jervois Project for construction, leveraging higher copper, silver, and gold prices to optimise the project and secure funding. Exploration efforts and strategic partnerships are positioning the company for a 2026 construction start and 2027 production.