Latest Downstream Processing News

Neometals has reported promising gold assay results from its Barrambie drilling program and secured substantial conditional funding for its Vanadium Recovery Project in Finland, while progressing new critical minerals opportunities in the US.

EcoGraf’s maiden exploration in Tanzania delivers promising high-grade gold results, including a standout 4.45 g/t sample at Hazina, while a strategic farm-in with AngloGold Ashanti begins on the Golden Eagle project.

Critica Limited has launched a pivotal Scoping Study for its Jupiter Rare Earth Project in Western Australia, appointing Sedgman to define a capital-efficient development pathway. This marks a strategic shift from technical validation to structured economic assessment.

Tungsten Mining NL advances its Mt Mulgine project with a robust scoping study, revealing a globally significant multi-critical mineral deposit poised to meet soaring tungsten demand amid supply constraints.

Pioneer Minerals has validated primary tungsten mineralisation at its Springfield Prospect in Idaho, revealing high-grade scheelite and gold assays that underpin a promising multi-phase mineral system. The project’s proximity to established processing infrastructure offers strategic advantages for future development.

Resolution Minerals is fast-tracking development of its historic Golden Gate Tungsten Mine in Idaho, leveraging expert geological insight and acquiring critical processing infrastructure to capitalise on soaring tungsten demand.

Syrah Resources and Tesla have agreed to extend the cure date for an alleged default under their offtake agreement to March 2026, buying time to resolve ongoing qualification issues at Syrah’s Vidalia facility.

Delta Lithium has updated its Mt Ida Mineral Resource Estimate, revealing one of the world’s highest-grade rubidium oxide resources alongside lithium and tantalum, while advancing drilling and processing studies.

Critical Resources Limited launches a comprehensive 2026 exploration program targeting significant lithium resource growth across the Northern Prospects of its Mavis Lake Project in Ontario, Canada.

St George Mining reports exceptional drilling results at its Araxá Rare Earths and Niobium Project, significantly expanding its resource footprint, alongside a successful $72.5 million capital raise to fund ongoing development.

Chariot Resources has signed a non-binding MOU with Fujian Jinjianqiao to explore offtake, financing, and local processing for its Nigerian lithium projects, aiming to accelerate commercialisation.

Marquee Resources has reported strong initial assay results from its Phase 2 drilling at the Mt Clement Antimony Project, confirming consistent high-grade mineralisation and identifying a new Dugite Zone. These results pave the way for an updated resource estimate and further development.