Latest Critical Minerals News

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.

Diablo Resources has pinpointed promising drill targets at its Star Range Silver-Antimony Project in Utah following a detailed geophysical survey, setting the stage for a maiden drilling campaign in Q2 2026.

Perpetual Resources has identified a new pegmatite target, Pico Grande, at its Igrejinha Project in Brazil, adding to two existing prospects and setting the stage for trenching and drilling campaigns in 2026.

McLaren Minerals has launched a major drilling campaign at its McLaren Titanium Project, aiming to upgrade resource classifications and expand the deposit ahead of a Bankable Feasibility Study.

After an 18-month trading suspension, Lithium Energy Limited has resumed ASX trading, unveiling a diversified portfolio including new gold-copper and lithium brine projects alongside a strategic graphite acquisition.

Atlantic Lithium has raised up to US$16.4 million through strategic Ghanaian pension fund investments and a placement with Long State Investments, advancing its flagship Ewoyaa Lithium Project towards production.

MRG Metals confirms robust rare earth oxide mineralisation at its Garies project in South Africa, hitting a peak 4.49% TREO over 6.6 metres. This breakthrough drilling result underscores the project's potential as a critical supplier of magnet rare earths vital for clean energy technologies.

Ark Mines Limited has secured a crucial mining licence for its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths Project in North Queensland, marking a key step toward development and commercialisation.

Almonty Industries has completed Phase 1 commissioning of the Sangdong Tungsten Mine in South Korea, marking its first production in over 30 years and setting the stage for a major expansion.

Lode Resources has reported outstanding high-grade silver and antimony mineralisation at its newly acquired Silver Hills Project in Tasmania, signalling a promising expansion of its critical minerals portfolio.

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.

Evion Group is advancing the Stage 2 expansion of its expandable graphite facility in India to boost production capacity amid rising demand from Europe, the USA, and Asia. The upgrade aligns with the EU’s recognition of graphite as a critical mineral, positioning Evion as a key supplier in strategic sectors.