Latest Extraction Technology News

Livium Ltd announces a further A$335,000 distribution from its 50% stake in the LieNA joint venture, following receipt of a substantial R&D tax incentive rebate for FY25. The joint venture remains well-funded through FY27, supporting ongoing lithium extraction technology development.

Iondrive Limited has demonstrated over 85% silver extraction efficiency using its IONSolv™ technology, marking a significant step forward in recycling end-of-life solar panels in Australia.

Resolution Minerals has announced a significant gold discovery at its Golden Gate North Prospect, marking a pivotal shift from exploration to development. The company also advances its critical minerals strategy with key acquisitions and a $25 million capital raise.

Clean TeQ Water Limited reported strong operational progress in Q2 FY26, highlighted by a $19 million contract with Rio Tinto and a successful $6 million capital raise. The company is advancing multiple water treatment and critical minerals projects globally.

Greenwing Resources reports solid progress across its lithium, graphite, and polymetallic assets, unveiling plans to separate its Critical Minerals portfolio from the Que River polymetallic project in 2026. A recent scoping study highlights promising cash flow potential at Que River, while lithium prices continue to strengthen.

Lithium Universe Limited (ASX, LU7) reports major advances in silver recycling technology alongside plans for a second lithium refinery in Texas, supported by a $2.5 million capital raise.

Livium Ltd has solidified its position in the clean energy recycling sector with new contracts, a key patent, and a $4.5 million capital raise, setting the stage for accelerated growth in lithium-ion battery and rare earth element recycling.

Lake Resources NL reported a solid quarter ending December 2025, progressing regulatory approvals for its Kachi Lithium Brine Project while slashing cash outgoings by 45% year-on-year and maintaining strong liquidity amid a sharp lithium price rally.

Infinity Mining confirms exceptional antimony grades at Walhalla South Extended and advances a groundbreaking extraction partnership at its Cangai Copper Project.

Mandrake Resources advances its Utah Lithium Project with a significant 3.3Mt lithium carbonate equivalent inferred resource, alongside key agreements for lithium offtake and uranium recovery.

ABx Group has reported exceptional rare earth extraction rates exceeding 80% from column leach tests on bulk samples at its Deep Leads project, suggesting heap leaching could outperform traditional tank methods and accelerate commercial production.

Everest Metals Corporation, in partnership with Edith Cowan University, has won a $490,500 grant to accelerate its innovative rubidium extraction technology at the Mt Edon project, positioning Australia to establish its first sovereign rubidium supply.