Latest Iron Ore News

Cyclone Metals has inked a binding agreement with Vale S.A. for up to USD 138 million to develop its Iron Bear Project in Canada, marking a significant step forward with successful pilot production runs of high-grade iron concentrates and pellets.

Deterra Royalties Limited reported a 4% increase in portfolio revenue to AUD 61.9 million for the March 2025 quarter, driven by robust iron ore royalties and record gold margins. The company also marked a major milestone with the Final Investment Decision and full funding secured for Phase 1 of the Thacker Pass Lithium Project, targeting production in 2027.

Burley Minerals has completed maiden drilling at its Cane Bore Iron Project with assay results due soon, while securing $1 million in fresh capital to accelerate exploration in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.

Grange Resources reported a solid Q1 2025 with a flawless safety record, improved iron ore prices, and strategic progress on key projects despite planned maintenance impacting output and costs.

Strike Resources has made significant strides in advancing its Apurimac Iron Ore Project in Peru, engaging closely with government officials and infrastructure partners to secure critical logistics and permitting milestones. Meanwhile, its stake in Lithium Energy Limited sees progress amid asset sales and spin-out plans.

GWR Group Limited reported $2.53 million in royalties from the Wiluna Iron Ore Project through February 2025 and continues exploration at its Prospect Ridge Magnesium Project with pending assay results. The company holds strong cash reserves and is actively pursuing a major Western Australian acquisition.

Aurumin Limited has reported a significant 33% increase in its Plum Pudding gold resource, now totaling 18,700 ounces, alongside promising high-grade iron ore results that have led to an expanded joint venture footprint with Newcam Minerals.

Tempest Minerals has made significant progress on its Remorse iron deposit in Western Australia, initiating metallurgical studies and signing a strategic MOU with Green Steel. The company also announced a capital raising plan to support ongoing exploration and development.

Magnetite Mines has submitted a key Mining Lease Proposal for its Razorback Iron Ore Project and is progressing strategic funding agreements, including a $7 million convertible note facility. The company also filed a provisional patent for a novel saline water processing method, underscoring its technical innovation in green iron production.

AKORA Resources has confirmed a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar, highlighting strong financial metrics and government support that pave the way for a 2Mtpa direct shipping ore operation.

AusQuest Limited has unveiled significant maiden drilling results at its Cangallo Project in southern Peru, confirming a large-scale porphyry copper-gold system. The company secured $7.5 million in funding to fast-track exploration activities across Peru and Australia.

Santos Limited's 2024 Annual Report reveals a 5% drop in production and a 9% decline in sales revenue, yet highlights significant progress in carbon capture and storage projects and emissions reduction targets.