Latest Critical Materials News

Latitude 66 Limited has completed the sale of its 17.5% interest in the Greater Duchess Joint Venture to Carnaby Resources, transforming its balance sheet to a debt-free position with $6.4 million in cash and shares. Meanwhile, promising exploration results at its Australian gold projects and a new cobalt processing agreement in Finland set the stage for growth.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured exclusive rights to a breakthrough silver extraction technology from Macquarie University, promising high-purity silver recovery from solar panels while preserving valuable silicon wafers. This innovation complements their existing recycling and lithium refining strategies in North America.

IperionX has boosted titanium powder production capacity by 60% and secured US$75 million in Department of War funding to scale up to 1,400 tonnes per annum by 2027, aiming to become the largest and lowest-cost US titanium producer.

Volt Resources has secured strategic funding and relocated its US operations to Alabama, advancing its graphite refinery ambitions while winning a key legal battle in Ukraine.

Lynas Rare Earths is set to boost its Heavy Rare Earths production with a new separation plant in Malaysia, aiming to meet rising global demand outside China. The A$180 million project will leverage Lynas’ Mt Weld deposit and local resources to supply critical materials for advanced manufacturing.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has reported exceptional results from its in-situ recovery trials at the Ema rare earth project, achieving rare earth concentrations far exceeding in-situ grades and securing strong local government backing.

Metallium Ltd has marked a pivotal quarter with a U.S. Department of Defense contract award, strategic partnerships, and progress on its Texas Flash Joule Heating plant, positioning itself as a key player in the U.S. critical metals recovery sector.

Alcoa Corporation reported a $232 million net income in Q3 2025 despite significant restructuring costs, driven by increased alumina and aluminum production and strategic asset sales.

Aura Energy has made significant strides in funding and development of its Tiris Uranium Project in Mauritania, while legislative progress in Sweden could unlock value at its Häggån Polymetallic Project. Rising uranium prices and secured offtake agreements underpin a positive outlook.

Victory Metals reports substantial grade increases in terbium, dysprosium, and scandium at its North Stanmore Project, leveraging a simple beneficiation method that enhances strategic supply prospects amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Blue Star Helium Limited is poised to become a key U.S. helium and natural CO2 producer with first production from its Galactica project scheduled for December 2025. The company’s staged development plan and strategic joint venture position it to address growing domestic helium demand amid global supply constraints.

ASM Limited has raised A$55 million to accelerate production capacity at its Korean Metals Plant and expand its footprint in the rare earths sector, responding to growing global demand and geopolitical supply chain pressures.