Latest Exploration News

Finder Energy is accelerating development of its KTJ oil project in Timor-Leste, securing key infrastructure and funding partnerships to target first oil by the end of 2027. The company’s strategic moves include acquiring the Petrojarl I FPSO and a farmin agreement covering half the development costs.

Diablo Resources’ initial soil sampling at the Star Range Project in Utah reveals a significant silver-antimony anomaly extending over 1 km and remains open-ended, supported by high-grade rock samples. The company advances toward maiden drilling with geophysical data pending.

Pioneer Minerals has enlisted Dr Larry Meinert, a global authority on skarn geology, to enhance exploration at its Springfield Tungsten-Gold Prospect in Idaho. This strategic move aims to sharpen geological insights and accelerate discovery potential.

Aurum Resources has announced a significant 49% increase in Indicated Mineral Resources at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, lifting the total resource to 3.03 million ounces and setting the stage for a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Adavale Resources has identified a compelling porphyry target at its Ashes Prospect through integrated geophysical data and expanded tenure near its Parkes Gold-Copper Project. The acquisition of adjacent licences also extends the London-Victoria gold corridor, unlocking fresh exploration opportunities.

Lefroy Exploration has achieved a major milestone with its first gold production from the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, shipping three gold doré bars to the Perth Mint. The initial toll milling campaign is progressing well, with further processing capacity negotiations underway.

Gold Mountain Limited has announced a significant rare earth element discovery at its Capivara Prospect in Brazil, revealing strong mineralisation from surface and plans for resource drilling.

PVW Resources has completed its acquisition of Southern Prospecting, gaining full ownership of the Cobb Creek Project in Nevada with a historical gold estimate of 173,000 ounces. The move marks a significant shift towards North American precious metals exploration.

Genesis Minerals has announced a recommended scheme to acquire Magnetic Resources for A$639 million, significantly expanding its gold resource base and advancing its ambitious ASPIRE 500 production goal.

Regis Resources reports robust underground Ore Reserve growth at the Tropicana Joint Venture, extending mine life and boosting confidence in future production. The latest figures reveal a 500,000-ounce increase since 2021, underscoring the asset’s world-class status.

New Frontier Minerals has identified significant exploration targets across 14 prospects in its NWQ Copper Project, with plans to advance the Big One Deposit towards production.

IMDEX Limited has reported its strongest first half ever, with revenue climbing 16% to $247 million, driven by robust market share gains and key acquisitions that broaden its mining technology portfolio.