Latest Materials News

Sunrise Energy Metals has attracted a significant financing interest from the U.S. Export-Import Bank, potentially securing half the capital needed for its Syerston Scandium Project amid shifting global supply dynamics.

Victory Metals Limited has reported exceptional heavy rare earth element assay results from its North Stanmore Project, revealing some of the highest Dysprosium and Terbium grades ever recorded in clay-hosted deposits globally.

Dateline Resources has completed its acquisition of 100% ownership of the Argos Strontium Project in California, the largest known U.S. strontium deposit, complementing its Colosseum Gold-REE project and aligning with national strategic priorities.

Metallium Limited and Ucore Rare Metals have entered a binding 12-month collaboration to integrate their cutting-edge technologies, aiming to establish the first fully U.S.-based rare earth element refining pathway and reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

Peak Rare Earths has dismissed a $240 million acquisition proposal from General Innovation Capital Partners, reaffirming its commitment to Shenghe Resources’ $195 million scheme. The board cites concerns over GICP’s incomplete offer and regulatory uncertainties.

First Graphene’s UK partner Vector Group has filed patents for novel fire-resistant materials enhanced with PureGRAPH graphene, showing 100% self-extinguishing performance and improved safety for construction.

New Hope Corporation has updated its 2025 coal resources and reserves, highlighting a significant increase at West Muswellbrook due to a new geological model, while overall reserves remain steady.

New Hope Corporation Limited has unveiled a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) offering eligible Australian and New Zealand shareholders a flexible, fee-free way to reinvest dividends into additional shares. The plan empowers investors to grow their holdings conveniently while maintaining control over participation levels.

Sayona Mining’s recent scoping study for its North American Lithium operation reveals a significant expansion, boosting production capacity and reducing costs while delivering robust financial returns.

Brickworks Limited shares have been suspended from the ASX following court approval of a scheme of arrangement that will see Washington H. Soul Pattison acquire the company through a subsidiary.

Oliver’s Real Food reports improved gross margins and reduced expenses despite a 6% sales decline, driven by strategic store closures and operational efficiencies.

Northern Star Resources reaffirms its Ore Reserves and Mineral Resources as of March 2025, maintaining steady production targets and a robust balance sheet while advancing key growth projects including the KCGM Mill Expansion and the Hemi Development Project.