Latest Downstreaming News

Canyon Resources has achieved critical milestones for its Minim Martap Bauxite Project, including port access approval and a substantial credit facility, setting the stage for production and first shipment in early 2026.

WIN Metals Ltd has significantly expanded its Butchers Creek gold resource, boosting indicated ounces by 86% and advancing the project towards economic evaluation. Concurrent exploration successes and strategic asset sales underpin the company’s focused growth strategy.

Comet Resources has sold a significant stake in International Graphite, using part of the proceeds to clear its debt, triggering a board resignation and signaling a shift in shareholder dynamics.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has advanced to the next phase of securing a substantial US$900 million funding package from Brazilian government agencies to develop rare earth refining and recycling facilities.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has been selected by Brazil's BNDES and FINEP to receive significant funding under a US$903 million strategic minerals initiative, accelerating its Colossus rare earths project and downstream operations.

St George Mining has raised A$5 million through a premium-priced placement to upscale its diamond drilling program at the Araxá Project, aiming to expand its globally significant rare earths and niobium resource.

Gold Hydrogen Limited has locked in a $14.5 million strategic investment from major Japanese corporations to fund expanded drilling and appraisal at its Ramsay Project in South Australia. This capital injection aims to advance the company’s pioneering work in Natural Hydrogen and Helium exploration.

Kuniko Limited has applied for NOK 60 million in funding to develop a sustainable, low-emission battery metals supply chain in Norway, partnering with industry and research leaders including Stellantis.

Lynas Rare Earths has achieved record quarterly production of key rare earth elements and reported a strong 38% increase in sales revenue, while advancing its Mt Weld expansion and signing strategic MOUs in Malaysia.

Canadian Phosphate Limited advances its Canadian operations with new bulk sampling permits and a promising exploration target, while steady sales and customer upgrades signal growth ahead.

Astron Corporation has released updated economics for its Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project, showcasing robust financial metrics and targeting a Final Investment Decision by late 2025 with production slated for 2027.

Vanadium Resources’ subsidiary has inked a binding two-year offtake deal with China Precious Asia for 100,000 tonnes per month of vanadium-rich ore, marking a pivotal step toward production and early cash flow generation.