Latest Iron Ore Operations News

Mineral Resources Limited reported a challenging FY25 half-year with a 9% revenue decline and a 55% drop in underlying EBITDA, yet its Mining Services segment and Onslow Iron project show promising growth trajectories.

Deterra Royalties reported a 6% revenue decline to $112.3 million for 1H25, offset by record Mining Area C volumes and new gold income from its Trident acquisition. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.0 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its diversified royalty portfolio.

Aurumin Limited has initiated a 2,000m drilling campaign at its Central Sandstone Project targeting high-grade iron ore, advancing a potential $7 million joint venture with Newcam Mineral Pty Ltd. This move aims to unlock significant value from a promising iron ore district with grades up to 67% Fe.

Metals Australia Ltd reported robust progress in its December 2024 quarter, including a drilling permit award and a threefold land increase at its Lac Carheil Graphite Project, alongside advancing prefeasibility and metallurgical studies. Exploration success at Corvette River and Warrego East further underscores the company’s diversified critical minerals and gold portfolio.

Aurumin Limited has entered a potentially lucrative joint venture with Newcam Minerals for iron ore rights worth up to $7 million, while advancing gold exploration with significant drilling at its Central Sandstone Project.

Red Hawk Mining Limited has issued a Target’s Statement recommending shareholders accept Fortescue’s off-market takeover offer at $1.05 per share, rising to $1.20 if Fortescue secures 75% ownership. An independent expert confirms the offer is fair and reasonable, providing a significant premium and resolving funding uncertainties for Red Hawk’s Blacksmith Project.

Fortescue Ltd has launched a recommended off-market takeover offer for Red Hawk Mining at $1.05 per share, with a potential increase to $1.20, representing a significant premium and a strategic pivot for Red Hawk shareholders.