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Ryzon Materials has expanded its engineering contract with Xinhai to fast track production at its Nachu Graphite Project, alongside a $500,000 capital raising from Xinhai. The deal involves a $3.5 million contract largely settled through shares and options, pending shareholder approval.

Western Gold Resources Limited has released an updated Scoping Study for its Gold Duke Project, revealing a 47% increase in estimated cash surplus to A$56.1 million at a conservative gold price. The study outlines a 14-month mine life with enhanced production targets and secured processing agreements, positioning the project for near-term development.

The Environmental Group's subsidiary EGL Baltec has landed a $9.3 million contract to supply critical gas turbine exhaust systems for an 800MW power plant in the Dominican Republic, reinforcing its role in renewable energy support.

Hastings Technology Metals and Wyloo have formalised their joint venture for the Yangibana Rare Earths Project, with Wyloo taking a 60% stake and cancelling A$123 million in exchangeable notes, significantly de-risking the project and reducing Hastings’ funding burden.

Blue Star Helium Limited reports steady progress on its Galactica helium project in Colorado, with first helium production on track for December 2025 and full ramp-up expected through 2026.

Meteoric Resources has confirmed exceptional rare earth recoveries from continuous piloting at ANSTO, producing high-quality Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate and demonstrating effective waste handling. This milestone advances the Caldeira Project towards commercial development and offtake agreements.

Global Laser Enrichment, Silex’s exclusive licensee, has completed large-scale uranium enrichment testing, advancing the SILEX technology closer to commercial deployment in the US nuclear fuel market.

Celsius Resources has reported significant high-grade copper and gold drilling results at its MCB Project in the Philippines, alongside securing a conditional water permit crucial for advancing project development.

Element 25 has raised $10 million through a share placement to accelerate the expansion of its Butcherbird Manganese Project in Western Australia and support its planned battery materials facility in Louisiana, USA.

AuKing Mining has locked in a A$5 million credit facility with RiverFort Global Capital to fast-track exploration and development at its Cloncurry Gold Project, setting the stage for near-term gold production in Queensland.

Felix Gold Limited recently hosted senior U.S. federal officials at its Treasure Creek Antimony Project, highlighting its strategic role in addressing America’s critical mineral supply challenges amid China’s export ban.

Finder Energy is fast-tracking its Kuda Tasi and Jahal development with advanced engineering and critical FPSO evaluations, aiming for a Final Investment Decision in 2026. This acceleration seeks to reduce risks and optimize costs ahead of production.