Latest Critical Minerals Processing News

Narryer Metals reports encouraging metallurgical results from its Rocky Gully project, highlighting potential for a saleable rare earth concentrate and advancing bio-leach studies with a European partner.

Magnum Mining & Exploration has reported promising leach test results from its Brazilian rare earth projects and announced plans for a critical minerals processing hub in Nevada, supported by a $7 million capital raise.

Magnum Mining & Exploration is advancing its strategic critical minerals projects with a focus on U.S. production and high-grade rare earth exploration in Brazil, backed by recent capital raising and government-aligned permitting efforts.

Magnum Mining & Exploration has raised $7 million through an oversubscribed placement to accelerate its critical minerals processing hub in Nevada and expand rare earth exploration in Brazil, aligning with US strategic priorities.

Magnum Mining & Exploration is moving forward with plans to establish a modular processing hub for critical minerals in Nevada, targeting antimony and rare earth elements to support U.S. supply chains.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a crucial works approval for its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, pushing Australia’s first dedicated cobalt processing plant closer to a final investment decision by the end of 2025.

Lithium Universe Limited and Macquarie University have jointly applied for a $386,000 grant to develop a cutting-edge solar panel recycling pilot that could transform resource recovery and sustainability in Australia’s clean energy sector.

Lindian Resources has locked in a US$20 million funding deal and a 15-year offtake agreement with Iluka Resources, underpinning the development of its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project and aligning with Australia’s Eneabba refinery ambitions.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion in Western Australia alongside a new US-based refinery, backed by strong financing and partnerships with major automakers for EV battery-grade manganese supply.

International Graphite Limited has partnered with Arctic Graphite AS to establish a new expandable graphite facility in Germany, aiming to bolster European supply with an initial 3,000 tonnes per year capacity. Backed by a potential $10 million funding commitment, this venture marks a strategic push into critical mineral processing amid rising demand.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has been selected for significant government funding to accelerate rare earth refining and magnet recycling, marking a major step in Brazil’s strategic push for a secure, sustainable supply chain.

MTM Critical Metals has locked in a pre-permitted industrial site in Texas, positioning itself to commission its innovative metal recovery plant by year-end 2025 and accelerate U.S. commercial expansion.