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Akora Resources has renewed its key Bekisopa exploration tenement and appointed Peter Bird as CEO, strengthening its path toward developing a high-grade iron ore mine in Madagascar. The project enjoys strong local and government support amid infrastructure upgrades.

IRIS Metals has successfully completed test mining at its fully permitted Beecher lithium project and expanded its US footprint with a strategic acquisition, while securing $4.27 million to fund ongoing exploration and development.

Cyprium Metals has made significant strides in its phased restart of the Nifty Copper Complex, targeting a final investment decision in Q3 2025, while consolidating 100% ownership of the Paterson Exploration Project after IGO's exit.

Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has made significant strides in Papua New Guinea, rebranding and advancing key projects while initiating commercial quicklime shipments to Western Australia. The company’s robust cash position and community agreements set the stage for upcoming construction milestones.

Atlantic Lithium advances negotiations for revised fiscal terms on its flagship Ewoyaa Mining Lease in Ghana, while reporting promising spodumene discoveries in Côte d'Ivoire and implementing significant cost-saving measures.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has been selected for up to US$903 million in Brazilian government funding to advance its Colossus Rare Earth Project, while delivering Brazil’s first locally sourced rare earth oxides and posting robust Pre-Feasibility Study results.

International Graphite Limited (ASX, IG6) has signed a cooperation agreement to develop a 3,000 t/y expandable graphite facility in Germany, advancing its global footprint alongside progress at its Collie micronising plant and Springdale project, supported by potential US Department of Defense funding.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has completed a promising scoping study for its Halls Creek copper-zinc-silver project and secured a key cobalt feedstock contract with Glencore, setting the stage for a final investment decision on its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery by year-end.

RBR Group Limited is strategically positioning itself to capitalise on the restart of major LNG projects in Mozambique, advancing joint ventures and raising capital to meet anticipated demand.

Finder Energy has fast-tracked development of its Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields in Timor-Leste, targeting initial production rates of up to 40,000 barrels per day through a strategic alliance with SLB. The company’s tight capital structure and multiple exploration prospects position it for significant catalysts in the second half of 2025.

Hastings Technology Metals has formalized a 60 – 40 unincorporated joint venture with Wyloo for the Yangibana Rare Earths and Niobium Project, significantly reducing capital costs and advancing development. The company also moves to diversify with a conditional acquisition of the Whiteheads Gold Project and appoints Vince Catania as CEO.

Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in developing its high purity alumina and rare earths projects, advancing engineering design, customer engagement, and funding strategies during the June 2025 quarter.