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Blackstone Minerals and IDM International have agreed to an all-scrip merger to combine their critical minerals projects, including the Mankayan Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines. The scheme awaits shareholder and court approval, promising a diversified portfolio and enhanced market presence.

Altech Batteries has launched an operational pilot plant in Germany producing its proprietary Silumina Anodes, promising a 50% increase in lithium-ion battery capacity with improved longevity.

Civmec Limited has secured approximately A$285 million in new contracts and extensions, including a major shiploader project at Port Waratah and rare earth refinery tanks for Iluka Resources, signaling robust growth and strong market positioning.

Venus Metals Corporation’s subsidiary Redscope has won a $52,500 grant from the WA Government to co-fund diamond drilling at the Pincher Copper Project, targeting a significant geophysical anomaly. Drilling is set to begin in June 2025, advancing exploration of a promising volcanogenic massive sulphide system.

Caspin Resources has raised $2.1 million through a two-tranche equity placement to fund ongoing exploration at its promising Bygoo Tin Project, following encouraging high-grade drill results. The capital raise underscores strong investor confidence as further assay and metallurgical results are anticipated soon.

Vmoto Limited reported a 16% decline in total unit sales for 1Q25, offset by a strong cash position and strategic investments in e-mobility solutions and production capacity.

Blackstone Minerals and IDM International have reported impressive assay results from drillhole CDH-61 at the Mankayan copper-gold porphyry project, confirming over 300 metres of high-grade mineralisation and a robust high-grade core. This milestone reinforces Mankayan's status as a world-class undeveloped copper-gold asset with significant development optionality.

Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in its High Purity Alumina and Minhub rare earth projects during Q1 2025, advancing engineering studies, securing key contracts, and strengthening ESG initiatives while preparing for commercialisation.

ReNu Energy has completed the sale of its hydrogen division and is set to acquire Janus Electric, a pioneer in electric truck battery swapping, backed by a substantial capital raise to scale operations.

MAC Copper Limited reported steady Q1 2025 copper production amid rising costs but strengthened its balance sheet through a significant debt refinancing, positioning itself for a 23% production increase by 2026.

Hot Chili Limited has achieved priority project registration for its Costa Fuego and Huasco Water copper-gold developments in Chile, unlocking streamlined government approvals and reinforcing its strategic growth trajectory.

Orbminco Limited has successfully closed its entitlement offer, raising $0.23 million, while planning to place a significant shortfall of 852 million shares within the next three months.