Latest International Arbitration News

Equatorial Resources has completed the final procedural steps in its high-value Congo arbitration, with an ICSID award indicatively expected in the first half of 2027. The cash-backed explorer is also defending a separate A$4.85 million claim from former legal adviser Clifford Chance.

Berkeley Energia reported a $8.7 million net loss for FY2026 while pushing forward with its Salamanca uranium project and maiden critical minerals resource at Conchas. The company continues a $1.25 billion ICSID arbitration claim against Spain over permitting delays.

Cassius Mining has secured $2.025 million through a well-supported placement at a 16.67% discount, aiming to fund its Soalara Limestone Project in Madagascar and ongoing arbitration against Ghana.

Berkeley Energia has reported a maiden inferred lithium and rubidium resource at its Conchas Project in Spain, alongside appointing former Endesa CEO José Bogas Gálvez to its board, while continuing a US$1.25 billion arbitration against Spain over its Salamanca uranium project.

Atomic Eagle Limited confirms ongoing negotiations with Niger's Ministry of Mines to draft a new mining agreement for the Madaouela Uranium Project, following permit withdrawal and arbitration.

Equatorial Resources has completed its final arbitration submissions against the Republic of Congo with a final ICSID award expected in the first half of 2027. Meanwhile, the company continues to seek clarity on the status of its iron ore exploration permits in Guinea amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty.

Cassius Mining Limited (ASX: CMD) has raised $5 million through secured convertible notes to support its Soalara Limestone project development and international arbitration claim against Ghana, with a final hearing scheduled for June 2026.

Sarama Resources has progressed exploration at its Australian Cosmo and Mt Venn gold projects while pursuing a $242 million arbitration claim against Burkina Faso over a disputed permit withdrawal.

Berkeley Energia’s subsidiary has lodged a $1.25 billion arbitration claim against Spain, alleging treaty violations that have stalled its Salamanca uranium project. Despite the dispute, the company remains committed to dialogue and project development.

Cassius Mining Limited is progressing joint venture discussions for its high-purity Soalara Limestone Project in Madagascar while pursuing a significant international arbitration claim against Ghana. The company also raised $1.16 million in a recent share placement, bolstering its cash position.

Equatorial Resources has completed the final hearing in its high-stakes arbitration against the Republic of Congo and is pursuing clarity on permit cancellations in Guinea, all while maintaining a solid cash reserve.

Berkeley Energia reports promising metallurgical results from its Conchas critical minerals project in Spain while pursuing a US$1 billion arbitration over permitting delays at its Salamanca uranium project.