Latest Manganese Mining News

Element 25 Limited advances its global manganese strategy with a $50 million loan for its Butcherbird Mine expansion and a $166 million US Department of Energy grant for a Louisiana battery-grade manganese refinery.

Black Canyon Limited has initiated a 3,000-metre reverse circulation drilling program at its Wandanya Project, aiming to expand on promising high-grade manganese and iron mineralisation along 1.5km of a 3km strike. The program is supported by a WA Government co-funded grant, with assay results expected in the coming months.

Black Canyon Limited is set to significantly broaden its footprint in the eastern Pilbara with the acquisition of 229 square kilometres of new tenements around its Wandanya manganese project, enhancing its potential for large-scale manganese and iron mineralisation.

Exxaro Resources has agreed to acquire a near 20% stake in Jupiter Mines and a controlling interest in the Tshipi Manganese Mine, reshaping ownership and operational dynamics in the Kalahari Manganese Field.

OM Holdings has agreed to sell its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining to Exxaro Resources for US$101.4 million, marking a strategic shift to refocus capital on core operations while maintaining a commercial partnership.

Jupiter Mines reported a robust Q3 FY2025 with higher manganese production and sales at Tshipi, driving a 65% jump in EBITDA amid improved prices and reduced costs.

Firebird Metals has inked a non-binding MoU with global mining giant Eramet to supply manganese ore for its upcoming battery-grade manganese plant in China, marking a pivotal step toward production. The agreement aims to evolve into a long-term supply contract by 2026, underpinning Firebird’s growth in the EV battery materials market.

OM Holdings delivered a robust production update for Q4 2024, with ferrosilicon output rising sharply despite manganese ore price declines and operational challenges. The company also secured a top sustainability award and made significant debt repayments.