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AIC Mines reported solid copper production at Eloise with significant resource upgrades at both Eloise and Jericho, despite weather-related shipment delays. The company is progressing its processing plant expansion with a contract award expected soon.

BCI Minerals has marked a significant milestone with the commencement of full-scale operations at its Mardie Salt and Sulphate of Potash Project and secured initial drawdowns from a $981 million syndicated debt facility, underscoring strong progress toward first salt shipment by late 2026.

Woodside Energy has approved the final investment decision for its Louisiana LNG development, a major three-train project targeting first LNG in 2029 with strong returns and emissions targets intact. This move positions Woodside as a global LNG powerhouse with a diversified portfolio and significant cash flow potential.

Tivan Limited reported significant progress in Q1 2025, including advancing a binding joint venture with Sumitomo Corporation for its Speewah Fluorite Project and securing seven exploration licenses for its Turiscai copper-gold project in Timor-Leste.

Pivotal Metals has reported a substantial 43% increase in the in-pit copper equivalent resource at its Horden Lake Project, reinforcing its position as a leading high-grade, shallow copper deposit on the ASX. The updated Mineral Resource Estimate highlights strong by-product credits and ongoing exploration upside.

NH3 Clean Energy has reported a significant uplift in the value of its WAH2 clean ammonia project following completion of Pre-FEED engineering, alongside strategic export agreements and a recent capital raise.

Felix Gold Limited advances its Treasure Creek Project in Alaska, aiming for near-term domestic antimony production by late 2025, supported by ongoing metallurgical testing and strong U.S. government backing. The company also highlights its significant gold resource base in the Fairbanks Mining District, positioning itself as a dual-critical minerals player.

Alma Metals has released a significant update to its Briggs Copper JV Project resource, incorporating silver for the first time and demonstrating high copper recoveries. The company is progressing a scoping study and preparing for further drilling to expand and upgrade the resource.

Blue Star Helium has reported robust flow rates from multiple development wells and received permitting approval for a helium and CO2 processing plant, advancing its path to first production in H1 2025.

Agrimin Limited has received key environmental approval for its Mackay Potash Project while initiating a strategic review in response to sector challenges, alongside notable leadership changes.

Ardea Resources reports robust progress on its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project – Goongarrie Hub, highlighted by significant drilling outcomes, major engineering contracts awarded, and a $98.5 million DFS funding commitment from a Japanese consortium.

Reward Minerals Limited has made significant strides in its potash and gypsum projects, securing a new exploration licence and progressing proprietary processing technologies, while evaluating strategic asset relocations and divestments.