Latest Energy Supply Chain News

Resouro Strategic Metals has appointed Simon Stilwell as Independent Non-Executive Chairman, with Christopher Eager stepping into the CEO role, marking a significant leadership reshuffle as the company advances its rare earths and titanium projects in Brazil.

Elixir Energy has marked a pivotal step in developing Queensland’s Taroom Trough gas resource with the successful drilling of the Lorelle-3 well and ambitious appraisal plans set for 2026. Positioned near key infrastructure and backed by major players, the company is poised to accelerate commercialisation efforts in this emerging energy hub.

Provaris Energy has successfully raised $1.325 million through an oversubscribed placement, aiming to advance its 2026 development milestones in hydrogen and carbon dioxide storage technologies.

Livium Ltd has turned a profit in the first half of FY26 despite lower revenues, supported by cost cuts and a new joint venture. The company also secured $4.5 million in fresh capital to expand its lithium-ion battery recycling and rare earth initiatives.

Livium Ltd announces a further A$335,000 distribution from its 50% stake in the LieNA joint venture, following receipt of a substantial R&D tax incentive rebate for FY25. The joint venture remains well-funded through FY27, supporting ongoing lithium extraction technology development.

New Frontier Minerals has completed the Stage 1 earn-in to secure an 85% interest in a pivotal tenement at its Harts Range Heavy Rare Earths Project, positioning the company strongly ahead of imminent assay results.

Livium Ltd has solidified its position in the clean energy recycling sector with new contracts, a key patent, and a $4.5 million capital raise, setting the stage for accelerated growth in lithium-ion battery and rare earth element recycling.

Sovereign Metals has successfully recovered a high-value heavy rare earth concentrate from its Kasiya project in Malawi, while securing a strategic collaboration with the World Bank’s IFC to underpin sustainable development and financing.

Lithium Universe Limited has taken a significant step forward in its North American lithium refining ambitions by confirming the suitability of a Brownsville, Texas site for its second refinery. This move supports a binational platform designed to meet surging demand for battery-grade lithium carbonate.

Impact Minerals’ associate Alluminous has teamed up with US battery innovator C4V to fast-track the commercialisation of its HiPurA® high purity alumina for advanced battery applications, marking a key step in its vertically integrated strategy.

Lithium Universe has achieved a major milestone with its JESE technology, recovering silver at near-commercial purity while enhancing material performance and sustainability. This innovation could reshape silver recycling and premium electronics supply chains.

American Uranium Limited has initiated hydrogeological testing alongside resource drilling at its Lo Herma ISR uranium project, aiming to expand its resource base and support upcoming feasibility studies.