Latest Downstream Processing News

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.

EcoGraf Limited has strengthened its cash position with a $1.7 million Australian R&D tax incentive and is pursuing €4 million in European grants to advance its graphite business across Tanzania and Europe.

Kingsland Minerals has initiated a Pre-feasibility Study for its Leliyn Graphite Project and commenced key metallurgical testing with offtake partner Quinbrook, aiming to produce battery-grade spherical graphite.

Renascor Resources has completed major equipment installation and begun commissioning at its Australian Government co-funded Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration facility, marking a pivotal step in its sustainable battery anode materials strategy.

Mount Ridley Mines has entered a Material Transfer Agreement with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to explore rare earth element processing, marking a strategic move in critical minerals downstream development.