Latest Engineering News

Robex Resources has commenced commissioning at its Kiniéro Gold Project in Guinea, maintaining its schedule and budget to produce first gold in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Genmin Limited has launched a A$25.7 million equity raising to advance its Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon, aiming for a final investment decision by mid-2026. The raise includes strategic collaboration with PowerChina and offers attaching options to investors.

Aurora Labs has entered a strategic MOU with Ares Armaments to co-develop advanced metal components for defence, aiming to revolutionise small-arms manufacturing with additive technology.

Litchfield Minerals has confirmed a substantial 91-metre copper-zinc mineralised zone at its Oonagalabi project, reinforcing the presence of a large-scale, continuous system with significant exploration upside.

Iondrive Limited’s Phase 1 techno-economic evaluation of its IONSolv™ modular rare earth elements recycling plant reveals promising financial metrics and a scalable US rollout strategy. Phase 2 validation is underway to refine assumptions and advance commercial deployment.

Calix Limited has secured a pivotal $35 million joint development agreement with Rio Tinto to advance its Zesty Green Iron Demonstration Plant in Western Australia, backed by a substantial ARENA grant. This collaboration aims to pioneer low-emission steel production using innovative hydrogen and electric heating technology.

WA1 Resources reports exceptional high-grade niobium intersections from infill and extension drilling at its Luni Niobium Project, setting the stage for a significant resource update in 2026.

5E Advanced Materials reports progress on its California boron project with a new feasibility study and equity raises, while highlighting ongoing funding uncertainties.

Australian Bond Exchange narrowed its FY25 loss by 26% through disciplined cost cuts and is advancing its fintech strategy with AI-driven credit tools and tokenised asset ambitions.

Predictive Discovery Limited’s definitive feasibility study for the Bankan Gold Project in Guinea reveals a substantial 2.95 million ounce gold reserve and strong project economics, supported by comprehensive environmental and social approvals.

Biotron Limited’s lead HBV drug BIT-HBV001 demonstrates superior antiviral activity and synergy with the current standard treatment Tenofovir in preclinical models, advancing hopes for a more effective Hepatitis B therapy.

Vulcan Energy has appointed ABB as the main electrical contractor for its flagship Lionheart lithium project, marking a significant step towards financing and construction. The €46 million fixed-price contract covers comprehensive electrical infrastructure for a facility set to produce enough lithium for 500,000 electric vehicles annually.