Latest Critical Minerals News

Peninsula Energy has resumed uranium production at its flagship Lance Projects in Wyoming after a five-year pause, marking a pivotal step towards becoming a fully independent uranium producer. The company also announced key executive appointments and progress on plant construction despite some cost overruns and operational challenges.

Aurora Energy Metals has executed a landmark Option Agreement with Eagle Energy Metals for its flagship Aurora Uranium Project, unlocking up to US$26 million in share consideration and retaining significant exposure through a 40% equity stake. The company also reports improved uranium recovery rates and strategic expansion into Western Australia.

McLaren Minerals has secured critical tenement transfers and completed a heritage survey, setting the stage for drilling at its McLaren Titanium Project in Western Australia. The company is progressing steadily towards a pre-feasibility study expected in Q2 2025.

American West Metals has reported a substantial increase in its Storm Copper Project's mineral resource, alongside new high-grade copper discoveries and a successful A$7 million capital raise to fund further exploration and development.

Elementos Limited reports significant progress in its Oropesa and Cleveland tin projects, positioning itself as a key supplier in Europe amid tightening global tin markets.

Peak Rare Earths Limited has made significant strides in developing its Ngualla Rare Earth Project, completing an $8.5 million capital raise and progressing key negotiations with Shenghe Resources. Community initiatives and asset sales further underpin its growth strategy.

Red Metal Limited's December 2024 quarterly report reveals a landmark rare earth discovery at its Sybella Project, alongside advancing multiple base metals and gold targets across Australia. The company is progressing towards a mine scoping study while preparing for further drilling and metallurgical testing in 2025.

Siren Gold Limited has completed the sale of its Reefton Project for A$22 million, retaining a significant stake in the new consolidated explorer RUA Gold Inc. The company now turns its focus to advancing the Sams Creek Project with a pending mining permit and exploration plans.

EQ Resources Limited reported a record quarterly tungsten concentrate production of 33,249 mtu, driven by operational excellence at its Saloro mine and strategic acquisitions including Tungsten Metals Group Ltd. Despite challenges at Mt Carbine due to low rainfall, the company secured significant funding and is poised for growth.

Cygnus Metals has completed its merger with Doré Copper, securing a strong cash position and delivering promising early drilling results at its Chibougamau Project in Quebec. The company is poised for an aggressive exploration and resource growth campaign in 2025.

Augustus Minerals reveals encouraging molybdenum and copper intersections from deep diamond drilling at Minnie Springs, highlighting promising mineralisation trends within its Ti-Tree Project.

Sun Silver Limited reports a highly successful inaugural drilling program at its Maverick Springs Silver-Gold Project in Nevada, revealing multiple thick, high-grade mineral intercepts and a 34% increase in land holdings.