Latest Downstream Integration News

Quantum Graphite’s partner Sunlands Pure Group has signed a key MOU with Oman’s Al Buraimi Governorate to develop a large-scale graphite refinery, positioning Quantum as the exclusive graphite supplier for global battery and energy markets.

New Frontier Minerals has confirmed significant high-grade tungsten mineralisation at its Harts Range Project in the Northern Territory, complementing its rare earth focus and capitalising on a soaring tungsten market. Meanwhile, its Pomme Rare Earth Project in Quebec advances with promising metallurgical testing underway.

Syrah Resources has locked in a multi-year conditional offtake agreement with NextSource Materials, underpinning the strategic importance of its Balama graphite in the evolving battery supply chain outside China.

Tungsten Mining has secured $53 million to push its Mt Mulgine Project through critical feasibility stages while engaging international partners for processing and offtake. The company is positioning itself as a key player in the global tungsten market with strategic moves in the US and Europe.

EcoGraf Limited has marked significant progress in its Epanko Graphite Project financing and expansion plans, while initiating a strategic gold farm-in agreement with AngloGold Ashanti in Tanzania.

Syrah Resources reported a strong Q4 2025 with a 34% rise in graphite production and a strategic edge from US tariffs on Chinese imports. The company advances its Vidalia anode material facility amid growing demand for natural graphite outside China.

Resolution Minerals is fast-tracking development of the historic Golden Gate Tungsten Mine in Idaho, leveraging expert geological insight and acquiring a nearby processing mill and stockpiles amid soaring tungsten prices.

Pure Resources has verified the presence of large to jumbo flake graphite at its Garnet Hills project in Western Australia, highlighting its potential for premium pricing and strategic US downstream applications.

Elevra Lithium reports robust Q1 FY26 results with record production and a significant increase in lithium resources, advancing its brownfield expansion and multiple development projects.

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium concentrate production and sales in FY25, driving revenue to $223 million despite a 16% drop in selling prices. The company also recorded a significant $271 million impairment on its North American Lithium assets amid weaker market conditions.

Pilbara Minerals Limited (PLS) reported a challenging FY25 marked by a 39% revenue drop and a net loss of $196 million amid falling lithium prices. Despite this, the company advanced key expansion projects, acquired a Brazilian lithium asset, and made significant sustainability strides.

Liontown Resources has successfully ramped up production at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, marking a milestone as Australia’s first underground lithium mine begins ahead of schedule. The company reports strong operational and financial performance amid robust lithium demand.