Latest Manganese News

Albright Metals has completed a key diamond drilling program at its Golden Pike Project in Canada and initiated antimony drilling at Bond Road, supported by a successful $1.98 million capital raise.

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.

South32 maintains its FY26 production guidance across operated assets while advancing key projects like Hermosa and navigating the upcoming Mozal Aluminium care and maintenance phase.

Tivan Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals portfolio, securing a $51.3 million strategic investment and progressing key feasibility studies across multiple projects.

Trek Metals reports exceptional high-grade manganese rock chip assays up to 60.1% Mn at its Kuro Prospect, extending mineralisation over 750 metres and aligning with strong gravity anomalies. Drill preparations and heritage assessments are underway to unlock the discovery’s full potential.

Great Dirt Resources has confirmed high-grade manganese mineralisation in NSW and identified 24 new exploration targets through advanced R&D techniques, supported by a $315k tax rebate and a strong cash position.

Ragusa Minerals has addressed recent unusual trading activity, confirming no undisclosed information while advancing its acquisition of a controlling stake in Pegasus Tel Inc. and the Purple Pansy Project in Arizona.

Firebird Metals has commissioned its proprietary equipment for producing advanced lithium-manganese-rich cathode materials at its China pilot plant, aiming to start production in February 2026 with customer samples planned for later in the year. The project is co-funded by strategic partner Taza Metal Technologies, reducing capital risk and accelerating development.

Estrella Resources has gained regulatory approval to extract a 30,000-tonne bulk sample of high-grade manganese from its Ira Miri project, marking a pioneering step for Timor-Leste’s mining sector under its modern Mining Code.

Estrella Resources appoints Robert Mencel as CEO, transitioning to Managing Director by mid-2026, to spearhead its limestone and manganese projects in Timor-Leste. The leadership reshuffle aims to accelerate development and operational ramp-up.

Estrella Resources has reported further high-grade manganese intersections at its Ira Miri Prospect, alongside completion of extensive drilling at the Werumata Limestone Project in Timor-Leste, highlighting promising resource potential.