Latest Industrial Minerals News

WA Kaolin Limited has halted its 2026 offtake agreement with Dak Tai Trading following an ASX notification of a Listing Rule 10.1 breach. The company plans to seek shareholder ratification by mid-May while continuing ad hoc sales under arm's length terms.

Japan Fluorite Corporation has completed its second $5 million tranche investment in the Speewah Fluorite Project, advancing the feasibility study for Australia's first acidgrade fluorspar operation.

WA Kaolin Limited has announced a partially underwritten pro-rata rights offer to raise up to $34.9 million, aiming to reduce debt and provide working capital to stabilise its Wickepin kaolin operations amid ongoing ASX suspension.

Impact Minerals has raised A$2 million through a strategic placement to advance its High Purity Alumina project and explore new industrial minerals opportunities in Western Australia.

Syrah Resources has successfully closed its institutional entitlement offer, securing A$44 million at a share price of 10.5 cents, with the retail offer now open to shareholders. This capital raise aims to strengthen the company’s financial position as it advances its graphite and anode material operations.

WA Kaolin Limited has announced a $34.9 million recapitalisation plan involving a non-renounceable entitlement issue and debt conversion to strengthen its balance sheet and fund operational improvements at its Wickepin kaolin project.

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.

WA Kaolin Limited reported a $5.06 million half-year loss despite a 257% revenue surge, grappling with operational setbacks and regulatory challenges. The company’s recent debt restructuring and trading suspension signal a critical juncture as it seeks to stabilise and recapitalise.

Estrella Resources has completed its 2025 drilling program at the Werumata Limestone Project in Timor-Leste, reporting broad, high-grade limestone and chalk intersections that pave the way for a maiden JORC resource estimate.

WA Kaolin Limited has responded to ASX queries clarifying that its Q2 FY2026 order book was a demand snapshot, not a sales forecast, and confirmed timely disclosure of a production shortfall linked to plant issues. The company also addressed regulatory notices, affirming no material impact on operations or securities value.

Heavy Minerals Limited has defined a substantial garnet exploration target at the Kanmantoo site in South Australia, estimating up to 50 million tonnes grading 17-25% garnet. The company is advancing metallurgical testing and funding discussions, positioning for a near-term investment decision.

Tivan Limited has submitted a confidential draft Feasibility Study for its Speewah Fluorite Project to key partners, marking a significant step towards project finalisation and potential production.