Latest Exploration Permitting News

Kuniko Limited has advanced exploration at its Commonwealth Gold–Silver Project in NSW, completing key surveys and securing approvals ahead of a planned diamond drilling campaign in February 2026. Meanwhile, its Nordic battery metals portfolio remains strategically positioned for future development.

Pilot Energy has made significant strides in Q4 2025 with the launch of a modular data centre joint venture, progress on a hybrid solar and battery project, and advancement of offshore gas exploration partnerships, supported by substantial new financing.

Blue Energy Limited reports steady progress on its Sapphire gas project and awaits key government decisions on additional resource areas, positioning itself strongly in Queensland's evolving energy landscape.

Kingsrose Mining’s December quarter report reveals steady progress in its Finnmark exploration alliance and a significant permitting hurdle at its Penikat project in Finland. The company maintains a solid cash position as it plans for 2026 drilling campaigns.

Solis Minerals has made a decisive leap in its Peruvian copper-gold exploration with the acquisition of the Cucho Project and a successful $5.9 million capital raise, setting the stage for an active 2026 drilling campaign.

Critical Resources Limited has significantly expanded its Mavis Lake Lithium Project in Ontario and progressed gold exploration in New Zealand, while securing exclusive rights to evaluate cutting-edge solid-state battery technology.

PVW Resources advances its Brazilian rare earth projects while pursuing a strategic gold acquisition in the US, streamlining its portfolio to enhance capital efficiency.

ENRG Elements Limited has secured $2 million through a capital raise, renewed key uranium exploration permits in Niger, and is strategically pivoting towards gold opportunities in Central Asia, alongside a corporate rebranding to Barys Resources Limited.

ActivEX Limited has completed a $900,000 placement to fund exploration across its Queensland gold and rare earth element projects, while reporting a cash balance of $98,000 at quarter-end. Key drilling results are awaited as the company progresses multiple tenements and JV discussions.

Equatorial Resources has completed the final hearing in its high-stakes arbitration against the Republic of Congo and is pursuing clarity on permit cancellations in Guinea, all while maintaining a solid cash reserve.

Eagle Mountain Mining has made significant strides this quarter, including a $1.66 million capital raise and a potential joint venture with Japan’s Nittetsu Mining to develop its Oracle Ridge copper project.

BMC Minerals has successfully listed on the ASX, raising A$100 million to accelerate exploration and development of its polymetallic Kudz Ze Kayah Project in Canada’s Yukon. The company’s strong feasibility study and binding offtake agreements position it as a future leader in silver and zinc production.