Latest Cost Estimation News

St Barbara Limited confirms a robust Simberi Expansion Project with a 13-year life of mine plan delivering 2.2 million ounces of gold and annual production exceeding 220,000 ounces from FY28. The project’s strong economics and infrastructure upgrades position it as a significant growth driver amid regulatory uncertainties.

Predictive Discovery Limited has reported robust drilling results at its Bankan Gold Project in Guinea, alongside key environmental approvals and a strategic A$69 million capital raise, positioning the company for accelerated development.

Cavalier Resources has signed a non-binding US$11 million streaming finance term sheet with Raptor International to fund the Stage 1 open pit development of its Crawford Gold Project, backed by a robust updated Pre-Feasibility Study.

Beach Energy reported steady production and strong financials in Q3 FY25 despite flood disruptions in the Cooper Basin, with key projects advancing and liquidity improving.

Nickel Industries delivered a robust US$97.3 million Adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025 despite production challenges and a declining nickel price. Key milestones include approval to nearly double Hengjaya Mine’s ore sales quota and a strategic deferral of substantial ENC acquisition payments.

Syrah Resources reports a strategic pause at its Balama graphite mine while advancing production at its Vidalia AAM facility, navigating evolving US trade policies and strong EV-driven demand. The company’s integrated ex-China supply chain and ESG credentials position it for growth despite near-term operational headwinds.

MRG Metals has advanced its Mozambique joint venture with Sinowin Lithium, securing the Corridor Central mining licence and confirming high-grade heavy mineral sands at Marao’s Magonde target through recent assay results.

Woodside Energy has approved the final investment decision for its Louisiana LNG development, a major three-train project targeting first LNG in 2029 with strong returns and emissions targets intact. This move positions Woodside as a global LNG powerhouse with a diversified portfolio and significant cash flow potential.

Cavalier Resources has extended its non-binding $11 million US stream finance term sheet with Raptor International, aiming to fully fund the development of the Crawford Gold Project Stage 1 open pit and near-mine drilling. A revised Pre-Feasibility Study underscores strong project economics with a 580% IRR and a 9-month payback period.

OZZ Resources reports encouraging progress at its Maguires Reward gold project, underpinned by a scoping study indicating potential positive cash flow, while maintaining steady exploration across multiple Western Australian tenements with $173,000 cash at quarter-end.

Lion Energy is making significant strides in its Port of Brisbane green hydrogen project with EPC contract negotiations underway, while gearing up for a key drilling campaign at its East Seram oil prospect in 2025.

Deep Yellow Limited has deferred the Final Investment Decision for its flagship Tumas uranium project due to current uranium prices, while continuing detailed engineering and early works. The company remains confident in the project's robust economics and is progressing financing and development at its Mulga Rock project.