Latest Environmental Approvals News

Sheffield Resources reported a record quarterly concentrate production of 198,704 tonnes at its Thunderbird mine, alongside a strategic expansion of its zircon concentrate customer base. Despite strong operational performance, the company faces short-term financial pressures amid restructuring efforts.

Altamin Limited has completed the acquisition of Appian Italy’s 29.85% stake in Vedra Metals, gaining 100% ownership of the Gorno Project and positioning itself for streamlined development or sale.

Matsa Resources has announced a maiden gold reserve of 46,000 ounces at its Devon Pit Gold Mine, supported by a robust pre-feasibility study and all necessary permits, positioning the company for near-term production.

Diatreme Resources has advanced its Northern Silica Project’s environmental studies to the final stages, completing critical groundwater and ecological assessments ahead of a mid-2025 draft EIS submission.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has announced a substantial upgrade to its Colossus Ionic Adsorption Clay Rare Earth Element Project, reporting a 140% increase in its JORC-compliant Mineral Resource Estimate. This positions Colossus as the largest and highest-grade IAC rare earth resource globally, with significant implications for the rare earth sector.

Aeris Resources has completed a 70-hole drill program at its Constellation deposit, delivering impressive high-grade copper intercepts and setting the stage for a significant resource upgrade and mine permitting milestones.

Metals X Limited has delivered a record-breaking quarter with tin production hitting 3,329 tonnes, alongside a significant boost in revenue and cash reserves. The company also advanced its strategic positioning through an increased stake in First Tin Plc and an unsolicited acquisition approach to Greentech Technology International.

Centaurus Metals has achieved a breakthrough with a 34% nickel concentrate from its Jaguar Project pilot plant, promising substantial cost savings and enhanced market appeal. This development is set to reshape the project's economics and strategic partnerships.

Liontown Resources has reported a robust December 2024 quarter at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, delivering strong production and financial results that underscore its trajectory towards becoming a world-class lithium producer.

Boab Metals has locked in a US$30 million prepayment facility with Trafigura for its Sorby Hills Lead-Silver-Zinc Project and received key environmental approvals, setting the stage for a final investment decision in the second half of 2025.

Agrimin Limited has achieved a major regulatory milestone with Western Australia's environmental approval for its Mackay Potash Project, advancing its path toward sustainable fertiliser production.

QEM Limited secures a Controlled Action declaration for its Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project, unlocking a streamlined Environmental Impact Statement process through a bilateral agreement between Commonwealth and Queensland governments.