Latest Manganese Mining News

Ragusa Minerals has significantly expanded its Purple Pansy Manganese-Gold Project in Arizona by acquiring 201 additional tenements, enhancing its strategic landholding and exploration potential in a critical minerals hotspot.

Firebird Metals has advanced its manganese-rich battery materials with a patented energy-saving kiln and precursor cathode outperforming Chinese benchmarks, while planning an Australian Demonstration Plant to break into Western markets.

Estrella Resources has kicked off bulk sample extraction at its Ira Miri manganese project in Timor-Leste, aiming to produce up to 30,000 tonnes of high-grade ore for appraisal and export. This milestone sets the stage for deeper geological insights and stronger international partnerships.

OM Holdings has cleared major regulatory hurdles in the $101 million sale of its 26% stake in Ntsimbintle Mining, moving closer to closing the deal in early 2026.

Element 25 Limited has announced significant progress in expanding its Butcherbird manganese mine and developing a US-based high-purity manganese refinery, backed by substantial government grants and strategic partnerships with automotive giants.

Element 25 Limited is making significant strides in expanding its Butcherbird Manganese Mine, securing $60 million in funding and advancing critical engineering and contract milestones to boost manganese concentrate production to 1.1 million tonnes per annum.

Jupiter Mines reported a 5% increase in manganese production for Q1 FY2026, yet sales volumes and EBITDA declined, reflecting a complex market environment. Despite these shifts, the company maintains a strong cash position and steady manganese prices.

Element 25 has appointed Altris Engineering to lead the AU$64.8 million expansion of its Butcherbird manganese mine, a move that underpins its strategy to supply high-purity battery materials to the US electric vehicle market.

Euro Manganese Inc. reports significant progress on its Chvaletice Project and Bécancour Plant, positioning itself as a key Western supplier of high-purity manganese critical for EV batteries. The company highlights strong feasibility results, strategic financing partnerships, and multiple offtake agreements amid an expected global supply deficit.

OM Holdings reported steady revenue of US$309.3 million in 1H 2025 despite a sharp EBITDA decline and net loss, while maintaining a strong cash position and advancing sustainability goals.

Jupiter Mines has declared a final unfranked dividend of 0.75 cents per share for H2 FY2025, reflecting a solid payout ratio amid fluctuating earnings and Tshipi dividend receipts.

Jupiter Mines Limited reported a modest rise in net profit to $40.1 million for FY2025, supported by strong joint venture earnings and increased marketing fees. The company declared a final dividend as manganese prices stabilized after early-year volatility.