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MTM Critical Metals and Meteoric Resources have signed a non-binding MOU to develop a breakthrough Flash Joule Heating process that upgrades rare earth elements from Meteoric’s Caldeira project, promising a faster, cleaner alternative to traditional refining.

Impact Minerals Limited has released a robust Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina project, revealing strong economics and a maiden Ore Reserve. The company is advancing towards a Definitive Feasibility Study and pilot plant construction, positioning itself for low-cost, low-carbon HPA production.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering’s Heyday subsidiary has landed over $70 million in new project awards, including critical infrastructure works at Western Sydney Airport and a major Sydney data centre.

Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) has announced an underwritten share purchase plan to raise up to A$3 million, supporting its advancing Dubbo Project and ramp-up of the Korean Metals Plant. The company also outlines ambitions for a US metals facility amid strong government backing and strategic partnerships.

IRIS Metals has reported promising high-grade lithium intersections from its Phase I drilling at the Edison Project in South Dakota, reinforcing its strategy to develop a centralized lithium processing hub in the US.

Ioneer Ltd has raised approximately US$16 million through a strongly supported placement to advance its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project, complemented by a Share Purchase Plan targeting an additional US$3.3 million. This funding is pivotal for progressing environmental permitting, project readiness, and strategic partnerships.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture, Viridion, has been selected for significant government funding to accelerate rare earth refining and magnet recycling, marking a major step in Brazil’s strategic push for a secure, sustainable supply chain.

Vulcan Energy has received building permits for its 30MW geothermal renewable energy plant in Germany, advancing its goal of carbon-neutral lithium production for Europe’s battery industry.

Brazilian Rare Earths has successfully produced high-purity mixed-rare-earth carbonate and uranium yellowcake from its Monte Alto Project, marking a key milestone in its integrated supply chain ambitions.

Vulcan Energy has extended its conditional debt commitment letter to September 2025, aligning with its revised financing timeline for the Lionheart Project. This move supports ongoing bank discussions and the potential inclusion of significant government funding.

Hastings Technology Metals appoints Vince Catania as CEO, entrusting him with advancing the Yangibana Rare Earths Project and broader portfolio development.

Talga Group has cleared the last regulatory hurdle for its Nunasvaara South graphite mine in Sweden, paving the way for production of battery anode materials critical to the green transition.