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Klevo Rewards’ subsidiary Fly Wallet has gained multi-jurisdictional certification, paving the way for its corporate card programs across 18 international markets.

BCI Minerals confirms the Mardie Salt and Potash Project remains on track for first salt shipment in the second half of 2026, supported by binding offtake agreements and a positive salt price outlook driven by supply shortfalls in Asia.

Evion Group is advancing the Stage 2 expansion of its expandable graphite facility in India to boost production capacity amid rising demand from Europe, the USA, and Asia. The upgrade aligns with the EU’s recognition of graphite as a critical mineral, positioning Evion as a key supplier in strategic sectors.

NH3 Clean Energy has locked in a crucial 15-year water supply agreement with the Water Corporation of WA for its flagship WAH2 clean ammonia project, marking a key step towards its final investment decision.

Bio-Gene has signed a term sheet with Sumitomo Corporation and Nakashima Trading to introduce its 100% natural insecticide Qcide® to Japan’s $1 billion household pest market, aiming for a late 2026 launch.

Alchemy Resources has agreed to sell its Karonie and Lake Rebecca gold projects to Forrestania Resources for $5 million in shares, while retaining a 1% royalty. This deal marks a strategic refocus on Alchemy’s promising New South Wales assets.

Lynas Rare Earths and Japan Australia Rare Earths B.V. have extended their supply agreement to 2038, securing firm commitments for critical rare earths with a pricing floor and upside sharing mechanism.

NH3 Clean Energy has received multiple engineering proposals for the Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) of its WAH2 clean ammonia project and commenced a detailed flora survey, marking significant progress toward its Final Investment Decision by year-end.

Audeara Limited has initiated three new white-label Auracast™ programs with Clinico Inc., alongside launching its BT-03 Audio Broadcaster in Australia, marking a significant step in scaling its audio technology globally.

Lindian Resources has executed a binding agreement to acquire full ownership of a rare earths processing facility in Kazakhstan, marking a strategic shift from concentrate production to higher-value Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC) output by late 2026.

Advanced Energy Minerals has completed upgrades at its Quebec facility to produce ultra-low alpha High Purity Alumina, targeting the semiconductor sector with initial supply to Asian customers underway.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion and developing a US-based battery-grade manganese refinery, supported by major funding and strategic partnerships.