Latest Cost Reduction News

Metal Powder Works has scaled its NextGen powder production to 100 metric tonnes per annum with an industry-leading saleable yield above 95%, setting the stage for an 800MT capacity by 2028 at a fraction of conventional costs.

Enlitic delivered its strongest quarter yet with A$5.1 million in contracts, including significant agreements with Penn Medicine, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and Parkland Health, while improving cash flow and advancing its AI-powered Ensight platform.

Argosy Minerals pushes forward its 12ktpa Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, nearing DFS completion and securing a key 40MW energy infrastructure agreement amid robust lithium market demand.

Grange Resources delivered a steady first quarter in 2026 with solid production at Savage River, no lost time injuries for nearly three years, and progressing financing for its North Pit Underground project.

Red Sky Energy bolsters its Innamincka Dome operations with binding AFEs for new wells and a $5.2 million capital raise, targeting near-term production growth and cashflow.

IperionX has transitioned its Virginia titanium operations to continuous 24/7 production, ramping proprietary HAMR™ titanium powder output to 4.2 metric tons in March and targeting 200 tons per annum by the end of 2026. Alongside manufacturing capacity expansions and strong U.S. Department of War backing, the company advances its critical minerals project in Tennessee.

AdNeo (ASX:AD1) delivered its first positive operating cash flow quarter since its 2025 transformation, driven by strong revenue growth across all divisions and a growing $8m tender pipeline. The company advances its AI-first strategy while managing costs and acquisitions.

Alliance Nickel is pursuing capital cost savings at its NiWest Nickel-Cobalt Project through vat leaching trials while reporting promising gold assay results from initial drilling at Australia United. A $4.15 million entitlement offer aims to fund these efforts amid ongoing offtake renegotiations with Stellantis.

Nickel Industries reported a reduced 2025 loss of US$41.2 million, bolstered by stable production, strategic debt refinancing, and progress on its flagship ENC HPAL project. Sustainability efforts and ore supply expansions set the stage for growth in 2026.

Broken Hill Mines (ASX: BHM) reported a strong March quarter with a 29% ore grade increase and a 52% jump in silver output, driven by ramp-up at Rasp Mine and advancing Pinnacles development. Operational cashflow rose 45% to A$2.4m amid cost reductions and a strategic partnership with Kingfisher Mining.

Temas Resources has closed a CAD 1.5 million flow-through share placement with Maple Leaf Critical Minerals Fund, reinforcing funding for its Quebec titanium projects and proprietary Regenerative Chloride Leach technology commercialisation.

Qoria Limited has increased its equity placement to US$100 million, backed by insiders, to support aggressive AI investment and integration with Aura. The combined group reports robust ARR growth and reiterates FY26 guidance amid ongoing merger preparations.