Latest Downstreaming News

Canyon Resources updates progress on its Minim Martap Bauxite Project, confirming key milestones despite locomotive delivery delays that push the maiden bauxite shipment to Q3 2026.

BPH Global has secured a $1 million strategic placement to accelerate growth of its Indonesian seaweed trading operations, backed by record sales and robust infrastructure. This capital injection aims to boost trading volumes and pave the way for higher-margin revenue streams.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has unveiled breakthrough ore sorting results at its Monte Alto project, achieving over 95% yield and doubling rare earth grades in a single pass. This advancement promises to lower costs and environmental impact while enhancing project economics.

PMET Resources has delivered a positive feasibility study for its flagship Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project, announcing a maiden mineral reserve and advancing exploration and corporate initiatives. The company also acquired the adjacent Pikwa Property and reported strong drilling results, maintaining a solid cash position.

St George Mining has released a comprehensive investor presentation spotlighting its Araxá Project in Brazil, positioning itself as a major global player in niobium and rare earth elements with significant resource expansion and strategic partnerships underway.

Lode Resources is progressing its high-grade silver, antimony, gold, and tin projects in Tasmania and New South Wales, highlighted by robust drilling results and promising metallurgical tests. The company is advancing towards resource estimation and pilot production at Montezuma while expanding exploration across multiple targets.

Lodestar Minerals has secured a binding option to acquire the Virgin Mountain Heavy Rare Earth Elements project in Arizona and defined a significant gold exploration target at Ned’s Creek, while gearing up for its first Chilean drill program.

PT ANTAM Tbk reported record production and sales volumes for nickel ore, bauxite, and alumina in FY25, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiencies. The company also progressed key downstream projects and strengthened its ESG leadership with multiple awards.

RareX Limited has secured a pivotal mining lease for its Cummins Range Rare Earths Project in Western Australia, confirming some of the highest-grade gallium mineralisation in the country. The company also advances metallurgical testing and forges strategic US partnerships, positioning itself at the forefront of critical minerals development.

Evion Group has bolstered its cash reserves to $2.3 million following a strategic placement and secured a $1.5 million expandable graphite sales agreement in the US, while advancing its Maniry Graphite Project in Madagascar with strong EU backing.

Resolution Minerals has announced a significant gold discovery at its Golden Gate North Prospect, marking a pivotal shift from exploration to development. The company also advances its critical minerals strategy with key acquisitions and a $25 million capital raise.

Quantum Graphite has extended its Uley 2 Project mining leases for 21 years, underpinning long-term development plans while showcasing its innovative TES Graphite Cells technology at a major energy conference. Financing discussions are progressing to potentially integrate downstream processing, signalling a pivotal phase for the company.