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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.

dorsaVi has secured significant commercial and clinical milestones with new elite sports and European clinical partnerships, showcasing its advanced real-time AI sensor technology.

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.

AML3D has landed a nearly $10 million order for four ARCEMY X 6700 systems from Newport News Shipbuilding, expanding its footprint in the US defence manufacturing sector.

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.

Verbrec Limited has promoted Mark Read from CEO to Managing Director, extending his notice period to ensure leadership continuity as the company builds on its recent turnaround.

Lynas Rare Earths has inked a binding Letter of Intent with the US Department of War to supply critical rare earth oxides over four years, backed by a US$96 million government allocation and a US$110/kg floor price for NdPr oxide.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd has reported record-breaking high-grade gold and antimony intersections from its Sunday Creek project in Victoria, revealing a consistent and expanding mineral system at shallow depths.

Tungsten Mining NL is set to begin a substantial drilling campaign at its Mt Mulgine Trench deposit in May 2026, aiming to test and potentially expand its tungsten resource amid soaring global prices.

Electro Optic Systems has secured two major counter-drone contracts worth US$45 million, highlighting rising defence demand amid Middle East conflicts. The largest order involves the Slinger Remote Weapon System for a Middle Eastern customer, with deliveries planned for 2026.

Felix Gold’s 2025 drilling program at Treasure Creek in Alaska has revealed further high-grade antimony and gold mineralisation, extending the NW Array system west and south and reinforcing its potential as a strategic US antimony source.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (EOS) has responded to ASX concerns over insufficient details in its December 2025 announcement about a major US$80 million high energy laser contract, prompting a review and update of its continuous disclosure policy.