Latest Exploration And Development News

5E Advanced Materials has raised $6.35 million through a private placement to advance its boron and lithium project in Southern California, aiming to strengthen U.S. supply chains and move closer to commercialization.

Encounter Resources has announced its maiden inferred niobium mineral resource estimate at the Aileron project in Western Australia, marking a significant step in developing a critical minerals hub in the West Arunta region.

Asra Minerals has executed a binding agreement to acquire the remaining 49% interest in the Mt Cutmore prospects, consolidating full ownership of a significant gold resource within the prolific Leonora North Gold Project.

Infinity Mining Limited has successfully closed a pro-rata entitlement issue, raising over $280,000 through new options set to be listed on the ASX next week.

Marimaca Copper Corp reported a net loss of $2.25 million for Q1 2025, maintaining solid liquidity while managing risks tied to a significant receivable under liquidation proceedings.

Rox Resources has successfully raised $36 million through the first tranche of its $40 million placement, with the second tranche pending shareholder approval. This capital injection aims to support its gold exploration projects in Western Australia.

Marvel Gold Limited has made significant progress in acquiring the Hanang Gold Project in Tanzania, submitting all regulatory documents and anticipating approvals soon. The company also prepares for its Annual General Meeting where shareholders will vote on a $2.5 million capital raising placement.

Grand Gulf Energy has inked a non-binding MoU with Sage Potash to jointly explore helium and potash resources in Utah’s Paradox Basin, aiming to share costs and infrastructure for a 3D seismic survey and potential drilling.

Lode Resources has launched a 15-hole diamond drilling program at its Magwood Antimony Project in NSW, targeting multiple high-grade lodes including unmined mineralisation down to 450m. This move bolsters Lode’s strategic position in critical minerals amid rising antimony demand.

Aurum Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intercepts at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, including a standout 1m hit at 73.10 g/t. The company is advancing aggressive drilling and development plans to significantly grow its gold resources in 2025.

Patriot Battery Metals has announced a substantial upgrade to its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project, solidifying its position as the largest lithium pegmatite resource in the Americas and advancing its feasibility study on track for Q3 2025.

Top End Energy has expanded its lease holdings at the Serpentine Natural Hydrogen Project in Kansas to over 30,000 acres, positioning itself strategically alongside industry leaders and advancing towards exploration drilling.