Latest Global Supply Chains News

Sovereign Metals has recovered a heavy rare earth monazite concentrate from its Kasiya project tailings, revealing concentrations of critical elements that surpass those of the world’s largest producers. This discovery could add a lucrative by-product stream at minimal cost, enhancing Kasiya’s strategic value amid tightening global supply chains.

Australian Rare Earths has demonstrated a low-risk, scalable process producing a high-purity mixed rare earth oxide with 99.9% recovery, positioning its Koppamurra project as a strategic supplier amid tightening global rare earth markets.

Tungsten Mining NL advances its Mt Mulgine project with a robust scoping study, revealing a globally significant multi-critical mineral deposit poised to meet soaring tungsten demand amid supply constraints.

Magnum Mining and Exploration Limited has launched a $7 million capital raising via a placement of shares accompanied by 630 million new options exercisable at $0.015, set to expire in three years. The offer aims to bolster working capital and advance exploration projects across the US and Brazil.

Amanda Lacaze, the CEO who transformed Lynas Rare Earths from a struggling startup to an ASX50 powerhouse, has announced her retirement. The company is now searching for a new leader to guide its next growth phase.

Endeavour Group reports modest sales growth in the first half of FY26, driven by strong momentum at Dan Murphy’s and BWS, despite retail margin compression from price investments. Significant one-off costs related to warehouse changes weigh on profits.

Tivan Limited has locked in $11.3 million in initial funding from ETFS Capital, marking a key step forward for the Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia. This strategic partnership accelerates development towards a Final Investment Decision expected in 2026.

Chariot Resources has inked a non-binding MOU with Shanghai GreatPower to collaborate on lithium offtake, financing, and processing in Nigeria, marking a significant step in developing the country’s lithium sector.

Mount Ridley Mines has entered a Material Transfer Agreement with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to explore rare earth element processing, marking a strategic move in critical minerals downstream development.

Amaero Ltd has secured a A$4.6 million order from Titomic under their exclusive five-year agreement, marking a significant step in supplying critical refractory and titanium powders for defense applications.

West Cobar Metals is making significant progress across its Salazar, Bulla Park, and Mystique projects, initiating metallurgical testwork and planning drilling programs that could reshape resource estimates and project economics.

Liberty Metals has exercised its option to acquire full ownership of a strategically significant portfolio of Brazilian critical minerals projects, positioning itself firmly in the global supply chain for titanium and rare earth elements.