Latest Exploration And Growth News

Capstone Copper delivered a standout first quarter in 2025 with record sulphide copper output and adjusted EBITDA more than doubling year-over-year, underpinning its confidence in meeting full-year guidance and advancing key growth projects.

Resolute Mining has agreed to acquire the Doropo and ABC gold projects in Côte d’Ivoire from AngloGold Ashanti for US$150 million, significantly boosting its production profile and expanding into a new mining jurisdiction.

Tartana Minerals has made significant strides towards boosting copper output by signing a key agreement to process ore at the Mungana facility, securing a $10 million financing package, and winning a government grant for exploration drilling.

Lunnon Metals Limited has showcased significant progress in its gold and nickel exploration projects, highlighting strong drilling results and development plans for the Lady Herial gold deposit and Baker-Foster nickel resources.

IPB Petroleum Limited has secured a crucial two-year extension on its WA-424-P permit in the Browse Basin, enabling continued exploration and development of its Gwydion asset while maintaining a solid cash position of AUD 1.487 million.

Askari Metals has acquired 100% ownership of Rift Valley Metals, gaining a highly prospective 460 km² gold project portfolio in Ethiopia’s underexplored Adola Greenstone Belt. This move positions the company at the forefront of exploration in a prolific gold region with significant discovery potential.

FMR Resources has completed its inaugural drilling program at the Demoiselle Prospect within the Fairfield Copper Project, with assay results expected shortly. The company also expanded its portfolio by staking the high-grade Goshen Copper Project, positioning itself for a robust exploration campaign in 2025.

Regis Resources reported a robust March quarter with steady gold production and early repayment of its $300 million term loan, reinforcing its financial flexibility. The company also updated Tropicana’s Ore Reserves and advanced underground growth projects while navigating ongoing legal challenges at McPhillamys.

AKORA Resources has confirmed a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar, highlighting strong financial metrics and government support that pave the way for a 2Mtpa direct shipping ore operation.

ikeGPS delivered a robust 4Q FY25 with a 48% jump in annual subscription revenue and closed NZ$12 million in contracts, while receiving a non-binding acquisition approach valuing the company at around NZ$165-170 million.

FMR Resources has initiated a 1,500-metre drilling campaign at its Fairfield Copper Project in Canada, targeting extensions of known copper mineralisation at the Demoiselle prospect. Results are expected within weeks, potentially advancing the company’s position in a prolific copper belt.

Carly Holdings Limited has agreed to merge its car subscription operations with Carbar Holdings in a $3.8 million deal, aiming to create a larger, more competitive player in Australia’s growing car subscription sector.