Latest Iron Ore Operations News

Fenix Resources has reported record iron ore shipments and updated its FY26 guidance, unveiling ambitious plans to expand production to 10 million tonnes per annum by 2031 while extending mine life to 2042.

RocketDNA’s December quarter saw a robust 32% revenue jump, underpinned by new contracts with mining giants BHP and Anglo American, signalling strong momentum for 2026.

Rio Tinto delivered a standout 2025 with an 8% rise in copper equivalent production, record iron ore output in the Pilbara, and key milestones like the first shipment from Simandou port. The company met or exceeded its guidance while advancing major projects across its portfolio.

BHP has reported a robust operational half-year, setting new production records and raising its copper output forecast for FY26 amid strong commodity prices.

Monadelphous Group Limited has landed a significant five-year maintenance contract with Rio Tinto, reinforcing its long-standing presence in the Pilbara iron ore operations.

Magnetite Mines Limited has been granted a new exploration licence adjacent to its Ironback Hill rare earth element project, expanding its strategic footprint in South Australia’s Braemar Iron Region. The licence offers promising optionality for future rare earth exploration while the company maintains focus on its core iron ore development.

RocketDNA has secured approximately A$1 million in new orders from major mining clients, expanding its autonomous drone deployments and software services across Australia and Africa.

Tombador Iron Limited reports a quarterly loss amid a strategic acquisition of GoviEx Uranium, signaling a pivot to uranium exploration and a rebrand to Atomic Eagle Limited.

Monadelphous Group Limited has landed a suite of new contracts worth approximately $140 million, extending its foothold in the Pilbara and beyond with BHP and Rio Tinto.

RocketDNA has landed a significant contract with Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore to supply and integrate seven autonomous drone systems at the Sishen Mine, marking a key step in expanding AI-driven mining technology in Africa.

Genmin Limited has appointed Greg Lilleyman as Executive Chair to leverage his extensive iron ore expertise in driving the build-ready Baniaka project towards final investment decision and construction.

Tombador Iron Limited is set to transform into Atomic Eagle Limited through its acquisition of GoviEx Uranium Inc, creating a new ASX-listed uranium explorer focused on Africa’s Muntanga Project. A capital raise of up to A$10 million will underpin this strategic pivot.