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Viridis Mining and Minerals has achieved a critical environmental milestone with the granting of the Preliminary License for its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil, significantly de-risking the development timeline and paving the way for construction in 2026.

Viridis Mining and Minerals advances its Colossus Rare Earth Project with a favorable environmental assessment, despite a temporary regulatory pause to address public prosecutor concerns.

Green Technology Metals has appointed Altris Engineering to complete the Definitive Feasibility Study for its Seymour Lithium Project in Ontario, advancing towards a mid-2026 Final Investment Decision amid a disciplined cash strategy.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has locked in a US$30 million strategic funding agreement with Brazilian asset managers Régia Capital and ORE Investments, setting a clear path to Final Investment Decision for its Colossus rare earth project.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has received a significant US$100 million Letter of Interest from Export Development Canada, reinforcing the financing framework for its Colossus Rare Earths Project in Brazil. This follows prior support from French and Brazilian export credit agencies, positioning the company for a Final Investment Decision in 2026.

Carnarvon Energy has committed up to A$89 million to acquire a near 20% stake in Strike Energy, marking a strategic pivot towards Western Australia’s burgeoning gas market while maintaining strong liquidity and advancing exploration plans.

Australian Strategic Materials unveils a transformative heap leach approach for its Dubbo Project, cutting upfront capital costs by over half and accelerating rare earth oxide production amid rising global demand.

Vulcan Energy has extended its conditional debt commitment letter to September 2025, aligning with its revised financing timeline for the Lionheart Project. This move supports ongoing bank discussions and the potential inclusion of significant government funding.

Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) outlines progress on its Korean Metals Plant ramp-up, strategic plans for a US metals facility, and conditional funding support for the Dubbo Project, reinforcing its mine-to-metals supply chain ambitions.

Santos Limited’s 2024 Annual Report reveals a 5% drop in production and a 9% decline in sales revenue, yet the company delivered a solid $1.224 billion net profit while making significant strides in carbon capture and storage and emissions reduction.

BCI Minerals has marked a significant milestone with the commencement of full-scale operations at its Mardie Salt and Sulphate of Potash Project and secured initial drawdowns from a $981 million syndicated debt facility, underscoring strong progress toward first salt shipment by late 2026.

Green Technology Metals (ASX: GT1) secures a Letter of Interest for up to C$100 million financing from Export Development Canada, underpinning its Seymour Lithium Project and advancing drilling and development across its Ontario lithium hubs.