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Conico Ltd has finalised a major recapitalisation and corporate restructure, positioning itself for renewed exploration with a focus on scandium amid strong market demand. The company plans an extensive drilling program at its Mt Thirsty project to expand its scandium resource.

Krakatoa Resources has reported significant high-grade gold and antimony assay results from its Phase 1 drilling at the Zopkhito Project in Georgia, alongside a 12-month extension to its option period. The company plans an expanded exploration program in 2026 aimed at delivering a JORC-compliant resource.

Carbine Resources has secured key access agreements and is progressing regulatory approvals for its silica sand projects, maintaining a strong cash position as field activities prepare to restart in early 2026.

American West Metals has reported a substantial expansion of its Storm Copper Project resources in Canada alongside promising critical metals discoveries at its West Desert Project in Utah, underpinning its strategic growth and US market engagement.

Mount Ridley Mines has reported maiden JORC mineral resource estimates for scandium and gallium at its Mount Ridley Project, significantly boosting its critical minerals portfolio and consolidating tenure across a 70-kilometre strike.

IRIS Metals has reported significant progress in its US lithium and critical minerals projects, highlighted by major rubidium discoveries and a strategic tungsten farm-in. The company is poised to enhance its role in domestic critical minerals supply chains.

International Graphite Limited has secured key approvals and funding to progress its Collie Micronising Facility and European Expandable Graphite Project, positioning itself as a major supplier outside China.

Hydrix Limited reported $2.3 million in revenue for Q2 FY26 and secured a $2.5 million initial contract with SynCardia Systems to develop a fully implantable artificial heart, setting a positive tone for 2026.

Talga Group has reported a quarter of significant commercial and regulatory progress, including its largest anode shipment, expanded product offerings, and major mining approvals in Sweden, supported by substantial capital raises and new patents.

Northern Minerals has made significant strides in developing its Browns Range Heavy Rare Earths Project, securing substantial funding support from US and Australian agencies alongside a $60.5 million capital raise. Exploration success and engineering progress position the company for a Final Investment Decision by late 2026.

Globe Metals & Mining has secured A$8.67 million through private placements, eliminated all debt, and commenced construction at its fully permitted Kanyika Niobium Project in Malawi, marking a pivotal shift from feasibility to execution.

Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in its High Purity Alumina (HPA) project and its 50% owned Minhub rare earths processing initiative, advancing engineering design and market engagement amid growing global demand for critical minerals.