Latest Critical Minerals News

eMetals Limited has inked a binding deal to acquire the Mineral Range Tungsten Project in Utah, marking a strategic move into a critical mineral with robust exploration potential. The company is poised to launch a comprehensive exploration program targeting high-grade tungsten deposits in a mining-friendly US jurisdiction.

Felix Gold’s 2025 drilling at the NW Array prospect confirms extensive near-surface gold mineralisation alongside high-grade antimony, reinforcing its dual-commodity potential at Treasure Creek.

The Environmental Group’s TAPC division has secured a significant A$9 million contract to supply emissions control technology for a key rare earth project in Angola, marking a strategic move into the critical minerals sector.

Prairie Lithium has secured a binding offtake agreement with Hydro Lithium for 100% of its Phase 1 lithium carbonate production, alongside a strategic AU$10 million equipment collaboration. This deal marks a significant milestone for Prairie’s Saskatchewan project, targeting first production in late 2026.

MRG Metals has confirmed a straightforward and scalable processing method for its high-grade rare earth mineralisation at the Garies Project, achieving an initial 72% recovery of monazite concentrate with potential for further gains.

Pure Resources Limited has entered a legally binding R&D collaboration with Rice University to develop cutting-edge carbon nanotube fibre thermal management systems using graphite from its Garnet Hills Project. The partnership includes joint intellectual property ownership and a planned $3 million equity placement to fund exploration and downstream initiatives.

PMET Resources has submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for its Shaakichiuwaanaan CV5 Lithium Project, marking a pivotal step in securing regulatory approvals. This follows a positive feasibility study and extensive Indigenous engagement.

Lindian Resources has raised A$100 million through an institutional placement, fully funding its Kangankunde Stage 1 project and accelerating Stage 2 expansion alongside downstream processing integration.

Dateline Resources has bolstered its financial position with a $50 million institutional placement, setting the stage for rapid development of its Colosseum Gold-REE Project in California. The company is on track to complete its Bankable Feasibility Study by April 2026, advancing towards production and project financing.

Perpetual Resources has secured a significant tungsten exploration package in Brazil’s Seridó Mineral Province, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for this critical mineral amid global supply constraints.

Since its October 2025 ASX IPO, Temas Resources has made significant strides in commercialising its proprietary metallurgical technology and advancing its Québec mineral projects, supported by solid financial reserves.

The Australian Treasurer has issued interim directions preventing Hong Kong Ying Tak Limited from transferring or voting over 361 million shares in Northern Minerals, amid suspected breaches of foreign investment disposal orders. Northern Minerals is cooperating with regulators while focusing on its rare earths project.