Latest Extraction Technology News

Infinity Mining has inked a binding farm-in and joint venture deal with Mining One to fund exploration and drilling at its Victorian gold-antimony projects, unlocking a fully financed pathway to test high-priority targets.

Lithium Universe Limited (ASX: LU7) is pushing ahead with its second lithium refinery in Texas and a silver recycling plant amid a strong lithium price rebound. The company secured a decade-long spodumene supply deal to underpin its flagship Canadian refinery and appointed Iggy Tan as full-time CEO to steer growth.

BPH Global’s Indonesian arm has entered Stage 2 of its collaboration with Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency to develop fucoidan extraction technology and a powdered supplement prototype, targeting commercialisation within months.

Zinc Mines Ireland (ASX: ZMI) has acquired Dutch metals tech firm Meclex, integrating its proprietary low-temperature hydrometallurgical processes into ZMI’s Kildare zinc project. The move aims to unlock critical mineral value and reduce environmental impact in European zinc and battery recycling markets.

Lithium Universe Limited’s new silver extraction process for recycling photovoltaic panels slashes environmental impact while boosting economic returns, according to a Macquarie University Life Cycle Assessment.

Pantera Minerals has seen a 37% uplift in the valuation of its EnergyX stake following an increase in EnergyX’s Regulation A raise price to US$13 per share, reflecting operational progress and stronger market confidence.

Calix Limited has secured an initial A$5.7 million payment following the completion of its lithium Mid-Stream Project restructure with PLS Group, releasing $11.4 million in capital and shifting to a capital-light licensing model.

Power Minerals Limited (ASX: PNN) has revealed outstanding concentrations of magnetic rare earth oxides (MREO) at its Morro do Ferro Project in Brazil, highlighting high-grade drill results that could shape the project's economic potential.

Lithium Universe Limited appoints Iggy Tan as full-time CEO and Executive Chairman, signalling a strategic push to fast-track lithium refinery projects and innovative recycling technologies.

Latrobe Magnesium has locked in a US$2 million non-dilutive prepayment from its US distribution partner to accelerate commissioning of its Demonstration Plant, aiming for first magnesium deliveries in late 2026.

Power Minerals has signed a non-binding Term Sheet with Summit Explore to jointly develop the Salta Lithium Project in Argentina, aiming to deploy cutting-edge direct lithium extraction technology across multiple salars.

Pantera Minerals spotlights the launch of EnergyX’s Lonestar lithium demonstration plant in Texas, marking a key step towards a 50,000 tonne per annum lithium production target in the US.