Latest Global Supply Chains News

Impact Minerals has identified substantial sulphate clay deposits at its Salmon Gums Project, defining an Exploration Target of up to 4.3 million tonnes with significant potash content, advancing plans for fertiliser and acid production.

Diatreme Resources has reported a significant boost in mineral recoveries and production forecasts for its Cyclone Project in Western Australia, driven by advanced metallurgical testwork and flowsheet optimisation.

Sims Limited projects a robust FY26 underlying EBIT between $350 million and $400 million, buoyed by strong non-ferrous metal prices and resilient memory chip demand despite geopolitical and market headwinds.

Sovereign Metals has significantly upgraded its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project resource, increasing measured and indicated rutile by 32% ahead of its definitive feasibility study. This cements Kasiya as the world’s largest natural rutile deposit, reinforcing its strategic importance in critical mineral supply chains.

EcoGraf Limited has signed a non-binding MoU with Taiwan’s Long Time Technology to develop HFfree® purification facilities and expand battery anode operations across South East Asia and Taiwan, aiming to tap into Tier-1 OEM supply chains.

Lynas Rare Earths and Japan Australia Rare Earths B.V. have extended their supply agreement to 2038, securing firm commitments for critical rare earths with a pricing floor and upside sharing mechanism.

Ridley Corporation has revealed its FY26–28 Growth Plan, spotlighting earnings growth driven by its recent fertiliser acquisition and operational efficiencies across its agricultural inputs and feed segments. The company aims to leverage its market leadership and diversified portfolio to capitalise on rising demand in Australian agriculture.

Magnetite Mines Limited (ASX:MGT) has been awarded Federal Major Project Status for its Razorback Iron Ore Project, unlocking government support as it advances multi-commodity exploration across South Australia. The company is progressing rare earth, copper, and gold programs while positioning Razorback for long-term green steel supply.

Dateline Resources has launched a high-resolution geophysical survey and expert geological mapping at its newly acquired Music Valley Heavy Rare Earth Project in California, aiming to tap into critical US demand for heavy rare earth elements.

MFF Capital Investments reported a strong half-year net profit of $209.7 million and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 10 cents per share, signaling confidence despite global economic headwinds. The company’s portfolio remains liquid and focused on high-quality holdings as it navigates geopolitical and technological challenges.

ABx Group’s maiden mixed rare earth carbonate from Tasmania’s Deep Leads resource has been confirmed radiologically safe by ANSTO, with a second, higher-grade sample expected soon. The development could open doors to key international customers and reduce regulatory complexities.

Variscan Mines has announced a delay in its earn-in agreement for Irish zinc assets after vendors failed to meet financial obligations within the agreed timeframe. The company’s board will now reassess next steps amid growing uncertainty.