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Evolution Energy Minerals (ASX:EV1) is poised to begin its maiden drilling campaign at the Chikundo Copper Project, while advancing a modular development plan for its Chilalo Graphite Project targeting first production in 2027.

Caravel Minerals has advanced its Caravel Copper Project DFS with a 48% increase in Proven Ore Reserves and secured $15 million in new royalty funding from Regal Royalty Fund, while extending key regulatory timelines.

Ardea Resources is pushing forward its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project’s Goongarrie Hub with a fully funded $98.5 million Definitive Feasibility Study, underpinned by multi-jurisdictional government support and strategic partnerships with Japanese industry giants.

Maritana Minerals is pushing ahead with its Black Swan Processing Hub development, targeting 100,000 ounces of gold production by H2 2027, supported by a strong cash position of $229.5 million.

Argosy Minerals has successfully concentrated lithium brine from its Rincon project by up to six times in pilot-scale evaporation tests, bolstering confidence in its Definitive Feasibility Study and production targets.

Turaco Gold has appointed Warren King as Project Development Director to lead the Afema Project through its Definitive Feasibility Study and into construction, leveraging his extensive experience in African and Australian gold projects.

BCI Minerals has reached 85% construction completion at its Mardie Salt Operation and Potash Project, with salt crystallisation commenced and 49,000 tonnes produced. The project remains fully funded and on budget, progressing towards first salt shipment in early 2027, weather permitting.

Maritana Minerals has kicked off Early Works at its Black Swan Processing Hub, aiming for first gold production in the second half of 2027. The $25 million commitment covers earthworks, equipment procurement, and engineering ahead of full construction.

Condor Energy has completed a pivotal feasibility study for its Piedra Redonda gas discovery offshore Peru, confirming a conventional development approach and underpinning ongoing commercial and financing efforts.

Amplitude Energy reported record FY26 production of 27.6 PJe and revenue of $285.8 million, boosted by strong gas prices and operational gains. The company’s East Coast Supply Project (ECSP) progresses with the Artisan gas field acquisition and upcoming drilling at Juliet and Annie wells.

Cadoux has wrapped up its first drilling program at the Wimmera Mineral Sands project in Victoria, setting the stage for downstream rare earth processing with Minhub’s Darwin plant feasibility study progressing.

Aquirian Limited reported a near tripling of EBITDA to $4.6 million in FY26, driven by a $48 million contract win for its Drillforce subsidiary and expanded production capacity at its Wubin facility.