Latest Critical Materials News

Aldoro Resources has announced a maiden JORC-compliant inferred mineral resource of nearly 280 million tonnes at its Kameelburg Rare Earth Element-Niobium project in Namibia, highlighting its potential as a strategic alternative to Chinese supply.

Terrain Minerals has wrapped up a significant 4,995m drilling campaign at its Smokebush Gold Project, with assay results expected in September 2025. The company is simultaneously advancing exploration across multiple Australian projects targeting gold, gallium, copper, lithium, and rare earth elements.

WA1 Resources has successfully produced high-purity niobium oxide and ferroniobium from its Luni Niobium Project, highlighting the asset's potential to supply critical materials for aerospace, defence, and emerging battery markets.

International Graphite Limited (ASX, IG6) has signed a cooperation agreement to develop a 3,000 t/y expandable graphite facility in Germany, advancing its global footprint alongside progress at its Collie micronising plant and Springdale project, supported by potential US Department of Defense funding.

Ionic Rare Earths advances its rare earths strategy with major UK government funding, Brazilian JV progress, and US expansion talks amid China export controls.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Belfast plant is ramping up production of critical heavy rare earth oxides to meet soaring demand from Western markets following China’s export restrictions. This strategic move positions the company as a key supplier for defence, renewables, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Kinterra Capital has increased its takeover offer for New World Resources to A$0.067 per share after securing a 39.46% stake, with the New World board unanimously backing the bid and urging shareholders to accept before the August deadline.

IperionX has secured A$70 million through a share placement to fast-track expansion of its titanium production capacity in the U.S., aligning closely with Department of Defense priorities.

Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) reports significant progress in Q2 2025, including its first commercial heavy rare earth metals sale and a transformative low-cost production pathway at its Dubbo Project.

Kingsland Minerals is finalising its scoping study for the Leliyn Graphite Project, positioning itself to capitalise on shifting global graphite markets driven by new US tariffs on Chinese imports.

Lithium Universe has completed the acquisition of New Age Minerals, gaining exclusive rights to a patented solar panel recycling technology that promises to revolutionize critical metal recovery. This move complements its lithium refinery ambitions and positions the company at the forefront of sustainable clean energy solutions.

New World Resources has acknowledged an increased takeover offer from Kinterra, triggering a matching rights process with Central Asia Metals. The board signals potential for a superior proposal amid a competitive bidding landscape.