Latest Critical Minerals News

Axel REE Limited's latest magnesium sulphate leach tests at the Paraíso target confirm robust rare earth grades and a magnet-rich basket, underpinning a modular in-situ leach development at the Caladão Project in Brazil.

EV Resources has launched its first-ever diamond drilling program at the Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, aiming to unlock the potential of a historically high-grade mineral system. The company is also refining assay methods to ensure accurate measurement of antimony content.

Pivotal Metals has revealed ore sorting test results at its Horden Lake project that deliver up to a 2.1 times uplift in copper grade, promising substantial cost savings and flexible development options in Quebec’s Tier 1 mining jurisdiction.

Fortuna Metals has confirmed significant high-grade rutile mineralisation across broad areas of its Mkanda project in Malawi, with 675 drill holes completed and assays pending for the majority. The discovery positions the company alongside a world-class deposit and taps into surging demand for titanium in robotics.

Magnum Mining and Exploration has completed its acquisition of the Wet Mountain Rare Earth Element Project in Colorado, marking a significant step in its U.S. critical minerals strategy. The project boasts historic surface assays up to 7.99% Total Rare Earth Elements, with exploration plans underway.

Pinnacle Minerals has mutually terminated its acquisition agreements for US-based Idaho Antimony projects but remains optimistic about future critical minerals ventures.

New Frontier Minerals has completed the Stage 1 earn-in to secure an 85% interest in a pivotal tenement at its Harts Range Heavy Rare Earths Project, positioning the company strongly ahead of imminent assay results.

Red Mountain Mining has launched an expanded soil sampling program at its Oaky Creek prospect in NSW, aiming to unlock multiple high-grade antimony-gold targets along a 3km strike. This move builds on impressive assay results and positions the company alongside Australia’s leading antimony projects.

Strike Resources has taken significant steps to enhance its Apurímac Iron Ore Project’s export capabilities through a new port services agreement and is progressing towards resuming mining operations. Meanwhile, its stake in Lithium Energy benefits from a major asset sale, boosting cash reserves.

Lodestar Minerals has secured a binding option to acquire the Virgin Mountain Heavy Rare Earth Elements project in Arizona and defined a significant gold exploration target at Ned’s Creek, while gearing up for its first Chilean drill program.

RareX Limited has secured a pivotal mining lease for its Cummins Range Rare Earths Project in Western Australia, confirming some of the highest-grade gallium mineralisation in the country. The company also advances metallurgical testing and forges strategic US partnerships, positioning itself at the forefront of critical minerals development.

South Harz Potash Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals strategy, securing new exploration licences in Sweden and uncovering promising copper, gold, and rare earth element mineralisation. The company also bolsters its leadership with a key board appointment as it prepares for a transformative 2026.