Latest Construction News

Black Dragon Gold has applied for its Salave Gold Project to be designated a Strategic Investment Project under new regional legislation in Asturias, aiming to fast-track development and boost local economic benefits.

Firebird Metals has inked a non-binding MoU with global mining giant Eramet to supply manganese ore for its upcoming battery-grade manganese plant in China, marking a pivotal step toward production. The agreement aims to evolve into a long-term supply contract by 2026, underpinning Firebird’s growth in the EV battery materials market.

Cygnus Metals has secured conditional approval for up to C$1.3 million from Canada’s Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund to support key pre-construction milestones at its Chibougamau Copper-Gold Project, marking a significant step towards feasibility and infrastructure development.

PARKD has inked a pivotal five-year exclusive licensing agreement with Fielders, a BlueScope Steel division, to commercialise its innovative MDSB® and MDSS® products in Australia and explore international expansion.

New World Resources has secured a critical federal permitting milestone for its Antler Copper Project, setting a clear path to full approval within 12 months and construction commencement in H2 2025.

Garda Property Group has reaffirmed its FY25 income return at 7.2 cents per security and upgraded its distribution payout ratio to 95% of FFO. The group plans to sell its North Lakes industrial site for $114 million and is marketing its Cairns Corporate Tower, aiming to reduce gearing and reposition as a focused industrial REIT.

Lindian Resources has awarded a $1.3 million contract to Mota-Engil for the construction of a critical access road at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi, marking a key milestone in project development and local infrastructure enhancement.

Arizona Lithium has unveiled a detailed, phased development plan for its Prairie Lithium Project, aiming to become North America’s first commercial lithium brine producer. The company targets initial production in 2025 with a modest capital outlay and scalable expansion strategy.

WA Kaolin Ltd has launched a fully underwritten A$7 million entitlement offer to fund a critical ramp-up in production following successful operational upgrades. With strong forward orders and supportive major shareholders, the company aims to achieve positive cash flow and expand its market footprint.

Brookside Energy has initiated drilling preparations for the Bruins Well in the prolific SWISH Play, aiming to boost production and increase its working interest to around 70%. This marks the first of three wells planned in its 2025 program, with strong production forecasts underpinning growth ambitions.

Beach Energy has reported a robust first half of FY25, marked by a 37% increase in underlying earnings and significant progress on key projects including the Waitsia Gas Plant commissioning and Moomba CCS. The company’s strong operational performance supports a 50% increase in its interim dividend.

West African Resources reports robust results from its maiden grade control drilling at the Kiaka Gold Project, confirming extensive mineralisation and setting the stage for mining to commence in early 2025.