Latest Downstreaming News

Nickel Industries reveals a substantial Exploration Target of 350 to 700 million dry metric tonnes at 0.9% to 1.1% nickel for its Sampala Project, complementing an existing 187 million dmt resource. The company has initiated mine development and haul road construction, positioning itself for a secure nickel supply chain.

Buxton Resources reports robust drilling results at its Graphite Bull and Narryer projects, completes Stage 1 earn-in on Copper Wolf JV with IGO, and undertakes key board changes, positioning itself for an active 2025 exploration season.

Top End Energy has taken a major step by acquiring the Kansas Natural Hydrogen Project and advancing its exploration footprint in Australia's Beetaloo Sub-Basin, positioning itself at the forefront of natural hydrogen and unconventional gas development.

NGX Limited reports significant progress in its uranium exploration in Namibia and graphite development in Malawi, alongside strategic leadership changes and a strong financial position.

Zimplats' December quarter report reveals a decline in mined and milled volumes alongside increased cash costs per 6E ounce, even as key expansion projects advance steadily.

VRX Silica Limited has achieved a major milestone with the EPA recommending approval for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, alongside securing $5 million in capital and expanding offtake agreements.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has delivered a maiden Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate product with exceptional recovery rates, alongside a substantial resource upgrade at its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil.

Astute Metals reports breakthrough lithium mineralisation at its Red Mountain Project in Nevada, with new high-grade zones and exceptional metallurgical leachability results paving the way for a maiden resource in 2025.

Renascor Resources has marked significant progress in its Purified Spherical Graphite (PSG) demonstration plant development, securing a site and completing initial production runs ahead of commissioning in late 2025.

Anax Metals has confirmed the success of its scaled-up bioleaching technology, achieving copper recoveries of up to 80% and zinc recoveries exceeding 90%, reinforcing its strategic position in Pilbara's base metals sector.

BluGlass Limited has unveiled significant advances in gallium nitride (GaN) laser technology at SPIE Photonics West, filing three US provisional patents and demonstrating a powerful integrated laser amplifier. These developments position the company at the forefront of quantum, aerospace, and biotech photonics innovation.

Petratherm Limited reports compelling high-grade titanium mineralisation at its Muckanippie Project, supported by successful drilling and mineralogical analyses. The company’s oversubscribed funding round strengthens its capacity for further exploration.