Latest Joint Venture News

Infinity Mining (ASX:IMI) has achieved almost 100% copper extraction from century-old smelter waste at its Cangai site using Orivium’s advanced technology, advancing plans for a new processing plant.

Rincon Resources has struck a $1.1 million joint venture deal with Maverick Minerals, divesting 90% of its West Arunta interest while retaining a 10% free-carried stake, freeing capital for its core Telfer South and Crackerbox projects.

Maverick Minerals has secured a binding agreement to acquire a 90% interest in Lyza Mining, adding eight tenements in Western Australia’s West Arunta region to its portfolio. This move complements its pending Viper Project acquisition and positions Maverick to explore for niobium, rare earths, and IOCG deposits across a combined 220 km2 area.

International Graphite Limited has appointed Liam Farley, CEO of Xcelsior Capital, to its board and increased its placement to $4.4 million, reinforcing its strategic push in graphite processing across Australia and Europe.

Sheffield Resources has negotiated further waivers and deferrals on key loan repayments for its Thunderbird Mineral Sands Mine, extending relief on obligations due through mid-2026. However, the outcome of ongoing debt restructuring talks remains uncertain.

Alcoa Corporation is set to acquire South32’s bauxite, alumina, and aluminum assets for $4.1 billion upfront plus up to $750 million contingent, boosting its global scale and supply chain resilience.

PRL Global reports steady progress at Ardmore phosphate mine with over 55,800 tonnes shipped and final talks on bulk logistics to cut costs. Christmas Island operations rebound post-weather damage, while Liven Nutrients expands Australian footprint with new Geelong warehouse.

Albright Metals has completed its second staged payment milestone for the Golden Pike Gold and Antimony Project, issuing shares and cash to Globex Mining Enterprises as exploration and development progress.

Burger Fuel Group posted a 92% surge in net profit to NZ$1.97 million for FY26, driven by steady system sales growth, a one-off store sale gain, and reduced legal expenses, while geopolitical instability in the Middle East weighs on international sales.

Clime Investment Management has wrapped up major strategic initiatives including fund sales and business consolidations, while its flagship Clime Capital fund outperformed benchmarks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 0.3 cents per share.

Iceni Gold has secured a farm-in and joint venture agreement with Gold Fields, unlocking up to $10 million in exploration funding at the Everleigh-Tatong prospect within its 14 Mile Well Gold Project in Western Australia.

Deep Yellow Limited has secured a 50% interest in the Cooper Creek Joint Venture, significantly enlarging its tenure in the Alligator Rivers Uranium Province and reinforcing its uranium exploration portfolio in Australia.