Latest Drilling And Blasting News

Aquirian’s subsidiary TBS Mining Solutions has secured a $4.2 million binding term sheet with Papyrus Australia to manufacture biodegradable Collar Keeper® products, marking a significant step towards greener mining operations.

Challenger Gold’s Argentinian subsidiary has obtained the crucial explosives permit to begin drill and blast operations for toll milling at the Hualilan Gold Project, unlocking near-term cash flow potential. The company’s recent Pre-Feasibility Study underscores robust economics, setting the stage for accelerated development.

Redcastle Resources has reported a substantial 280% increase in its gold Mineral Resource Estimates at its Queen Alexandra and Redcastle Reef deposits, reaching a combined 42,000 ounces. The company also signed a strategic MoU with Terra Mining to accelerate mining operations with a low capital expenditure model.

IRIS Metals has successfully completed test mining at its fully permitted Beecher lithium project and expanded its US footprint with a strategic acquisition, while securing $4.27 million to fund ongoing exploration and development.

Native Mineral Resources has completed its first gold pour at the Blackjack Gold Project, marking a key milestone as it advances toward full production ramp-up in August 2025. The company also secured a $10 million placement to support its growth plans.

Native Mineral Resources has poured its first gold at the Blackjack Gold Project in Queensland, marking a pivotal shift from development to production with initial revenue generated.

Meteoric Resources has released a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Caldeira rare earths project in Brazil, highlighting a low-cost, long-life deposit with strong government backing and a targeted production start in 2028.

NRW Holdings has secured a $167 million contract from Rio Tinto to deliver critical earthworks and infrastructure at the Brockman Syncline 1 mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.

Aquirian Limited has secured $5 million in fresh capital to upgrade its Wubin emulsion facility and accelerate commercialization of its innovative Collar Keeper® technology, alongside a new $1.5 million tolling contract.

Australian Silica Quartz Group's flagship Quartz Hill MGSi Project faces a setback after Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners terminates their development and offtake agreement. ASQ pivots to explore other high-grade quartz targets in Queensland.

Auric Mining has launched mining operations at the Munda Gold Mine Starter Pit, marking a key milestone with the first blast and steady progress toward October completion. The company is poised to expand with plans for a larger pit next year amid a bullish gold market.

Aquirian Limited unveils a strategic growth plan centered on its Wubin Energetics hub and proprietary Collar Keeper® technology, aiming to boost revenue and operational efficiency amid rising mining demand.