Latest Downstreaming News

ABx Group has sent a 100 kg bulk sample from its Deep Leads rare earths project to ANSTO for production of a high-purity mixed rare earth carbonate, confirming exceptional grades and extraction potential. The milestone underscores ABx’s progress toward low-cost, environmentally friendly rare earth supply.

Stellar Resources has confirmed that large-scale X-Ray Transmission ore sorting trials at its Heemskirk Tin Project significantly increase tin head grade while reducing processing costs. The promising results are now shaping the project's Prefeasibility Study.

OD6 Metals has unveiled a breakthrough nanofiltration technology at its Splinter Rock Rare Earth Project, achieving over 80% acid recovery that promises to significantly cut processing costs and enhance project economics.

Syrah Resources has successfully completed a A$42 million institutional placement and entitlement offer, with a fully underwritten retail offer set to raise a further A$28 million, bolstering its capital for key operations.

Locksley Resources has raised $5.3 million in an oversubscribed placement led by Tribeca Investment Partners, bolstering its U.S. critical minerals strategy focused on antimony and rare earths at the Mojave Project.

Surefire Resources NL has progressed drilling at its Yidby Gold Project with promising metallurgical results, while advancing development of its Victory Bore critical minerals deposit. The company also launched a capital raising to support ongoing exploration and development.

Lindian Resources has advanced construction at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project ahead of schedule while securing 100% ownership of the Lelouma Bauxite Project, underpinning its growth strategy in critical minerals.

St George Mining has unveiled a maiden JORC-compliant resource at its Araxá Niobium-Rare Earth Project, initiating an expanded drilling campaign backed by a $5 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Lithium Plus Minerals reports significant progress on its Lei Lithium Development Project alongside promising discoveries of beryllium and gold at its Arunta and Wingate projects, supported by a solid cash position of A$3.2 million.

International Graphite Limited (ASX, IG6) has signed a cooperation agreement to develop a 3,000 t/y expandable graphite facility in Germany, advancing its global footprint alongside progress at its Collie micronising plant and Springdale project, supported by potential US Department of Defense funding.

Renascor Resources has achieved provisional development approval for its commercial-scale Battery Anode Material manufacturing facility, alongside significant progress in graphite production and exploration activities. The company maintains a robust cash position of A$105 million as it advances its vertically integrated graphite project.

Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in developing its high purity alumina and rare earths projects, advancing engineering design, customer engagement, and funding strategies during the June 2025 quarter.