Latest Energy Transition News

Marquee Resources (ASX:MQR) has secured a non-exclusive R&D patent licence with Oak Ridge National Laboratory, granting access to NEAREST technology tailored for clay-rich rare earth deposits like Redlings in WA. This partnership could reshape processing efficiency and environmental impact for Marquee’s significant inferred resource.

Hastings Technology Metals has secured a critical supply of African monazite concentrate to fuel its newly acquired hydromet plant in Thailand, aiming to start production by Q4 2026. This move positions Hastings closer to generating operational cash flow while expanding rare earths supply capacity.

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) is fast-tracking the deployment of the world’s first large-scale, fully integrated green energy grid dedicated to heavy industry, aiming to eliminate diesel use across its Pilbara operations by early 2027 and full completion by 2028.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd has intersected gold mineralization at a record depth of 1,236 metres below surface at its Sunday Creek project, significantly extending the known vertical extent of the Golden Dyke deposit.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ASX:ETM) has obtained Foreign Direct Investment approval from the Spanish Government, a key regulatory milestone enabling the completion of its acquisition of the Penouta Tin-Tantalum Mine in Spain. The company anticipates finalising the acquisition this quarter, pending mining licence transfers.

QPM Energy Limited has received credit approval for a $72 million loan from the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility to support construction of the 112MW Isaac Power Station, complementing existing financing arrangements with Macquarie Bank.

Infragreen Group Limited (ASX:IFN) has launched a strategic review to explore options for enhancing shareholder value following a decline in its share price despite solid earnings growth and a positive business outlook.

Channel Infrastructure is partnering with the New Zealand Government to rapidly expand diesel storage capacity at Marsden Point, aiming to strengthen fuel supply resilience within two months.

Prairie Lithium has secured a binding offtake agreement with Hydro Lithium for 100% of its Phase 1 lithium carbonate production, alongside a strategic AU$10 million equipment collaboration. This deal marks a significant milestone for Prairie’s Saskatchewan project, targeting first production in late 2026.

Beetaloo Energy has received a $15.4 million R&D tax refund, reinforcing its financial position as it advances key milestones in the Carpentaria Pilot Project towards gas production and sales in 2026.

PMET Resources has submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for its Shaakichiuwaanaan CV5 Lithium Project, marking a pivotal step in securing regulatory approvals. This follows a positive feasibility study and extensive Indigenous engagement.

Perpetual Resources has secured a significant tungsten exploration package in Brazil’s Seridó Mineral Province, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for this critical mineral amid global supply constraints.