Latest Downstreaming News

Lithium Universe’s Bécancour Lithium Refinery project in Québec is poised to capitalise on a sharp lithium price rebound, with current prices well above feasibility study forecasts. The company’s counter-cyclical development strategy is gaining momentum amid renewed market confidence.

Venari Minerals reports significant metallurgical improvements at its Red Mountain Lithium Project in Nevada, achieving a 46.2% lithium grade upgrade and enhanced recovery through innovative pre-soaking techniques. The company also engages expert consultants to refine processing ahead of a maiden resource estimate.

Axel REE Limited’s latest metallurgical tests have doubled gallium extraction rates at its Caladão Project and revealed the first evidence of scandium co-recovery, signalling a promising new revenue stream.

Canadian Phosphate Limited has improved its operating cash flow and strengthened its balance sheet through a successful capital raise and asset sale, while advancing key permits and strategic partnerships for its Canadian phosphate projects.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has reported significant progress at its Ema rare earths project, producing a high-grade rare earth carbonate rich in critical magnet metals and advancing key drilling, permitting, and feasibility milestones.

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.

European Resources Limited has accelerated its rare earths exploration and metallurgical programs in Finland, supported by a fully subscribed $1.6 million rights issue and a $546,750 placement. Key drilling and processing initiatives aim to unlock value amid rising global demand for critical minerals.

Delta Lithium Limited reports strong drilling results at its Mt Ida and Yinnetharra projects, alongside successful production of battery-grade lithium carbonate and a robust financial position.

Lindian Resources has accelerated development at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full ownership and awarding key construction contracts, while attracting strategic international attention.

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.

Condor Energy Limited has advanced its offshore Peru portfolio with a new high-potential oil prospect and a strategic gas offtake agreement, positioning itself for future commercialisation in a promising basin.

Firebird Metals has advanced its manganese-rich battery materials with a patented energy-saving kiln and precursor cathode outperforming Chinese benchmarks, while planning an Australian Demonstration Plant to break into Western markets.