Latest Critical Minerals Sector News

McLaren Minerals has revealed promising high-grade heavy mineral results from its newly acquired Barossa Project in South Australia's Eastern Eucla Basin, highlighting significant zircon and ilmenite content. The company plans follow-up exploration in 2026 to expand and validate these findings.

Sultan Resources is advancing plans to list on the US OTC Markets Group, aiming to enhance liquidity and attract North American investors while pursuing strategic acquisitions.

Sovereign Metals has significantly upgraded its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project resource, increasing measured and indicated rutile by 32% ahead of its definitive feasibility study. This cements Kasiya as the world’s largest natural rutile deposit, reinforcing its strategic importance in critical mineral supply chains.

Power Minerals has appointed Alistair Stephens, a seasoned rare earths executive, as CEO to spearhead development of its South American critical minerals projects. Stephens brings decades of leadership experience and a proven track record in scaling rare earth ventures.

Mount Ridley Mines has appointed David Wall as Non-Executive Chairman and promoted Allister Caird to Managing Director, signaling a strategic push to advance its critical minerals projects in Western Australia.

South Harz Potash Limited has raised A$1.25 million to fund exploration at its newly licensed copper-gold projects in Sweden, signalling a strategic pivot towards critical minerals and a planned rebrand to Turnstone Resources.

Tivan Limited has committed up to $1 million over four years to support Indigenous communities through a partnership with the Central Land Council, reinforcing its responsible mining approach in Central Australia.

Greenwing Resources has updated its Que River Project scoping study, reflecting a sharp rise in metals prices that boosts projected cash flows to nearly double previous estimates. The company is advancing regulatory approvals and exploring strategic partnerships to capitalise on these improved economics.

Xenora Minerals announces the resignation of Managing Director Will Dix effective 31 March 2026, with the board initiating a search for his replacement as part of governance renewal.

Diablo Resources has significantly increased its Star Range Silver-Antimony Project footprint in Utah by acquiring an additional 646.5 acres adjacent to the South Star Prospect, enhancing geological continuity and exploration potential.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has confirmed its cobalt sulphate meets stringent battery precursor specifications, advancing its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery toward a Final Investment Decision. The company also expands its graphite recovery program, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s battery materials ecosystem.

Locksley Resources has reported strong surface assay results from its Desert Antimony Mine in California, confirming continuity of high-grade antimony mineralisation and supporting ongoing drilling efforts.