Latest Materials News

Antilles Gold has officially commenced construction on its Nueva Sabana copper-gold mine in Cuba, backed by a $35 million funding package and a $29.5 million EPC contract with Shandong Xinhai Mining. Initial gold production is targeted for early 2027, promising strong financial returns.

Findi Limited has resumed trading on the ASX following a key announcement about a strategic investment secured by its Indian subsidiary, signaling renewed investor interest.

Findi Limited’s Indian arm has locked in a A$72 million strategic investment from Nova Global, setting the stage for rapid growth in ATM deployments and digital payments. Alongside this, the company has refreshed its board with seasoned financial services experts to steer its next phase.

Osmond Resources has raised A$6.6 million through a discounted placement to fund its 2026 work program targeting titanium, zircon, and rare earth extraction in Spain. The capital boost positions the company to progress its Orión EU Critical Minerals Project amid growing EU demand for local supply.

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.

Sunshine Metals has expanded its drilling program at the Liontown deposit following exceptional near-surface gold and silver results, highlighting silver’s rising role alongside gold in the project’s value proposition.

BluGlass and North Carolina State University have secured a third-year contract extension worth A$1.05 million from the U.S. Department of War’s CLAWS Hub, reinforcing their role in advanced gallium nitride laser development for defence and quantum technologies.

Coda Minerals has resumed its extensive diamond drilling program at the Elizabeth Creek Copper-Silver Project, progressing towards a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study with strong commodity price tailwinds. Approximately 70% of drilling is complete, setting the stage for updated resource estimates and enhanced project economics.

Elixir Energy has begun mobilising a drilling rig for the Lorelle-3 appraisal well in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, aiming to unlock commercial gas flows by mid-2026.

Capstone Copper Corp. has been hit by a strike at its Mantoverde mine in Chile, with Union #2 representing 22% of the workforce initiating industrial action that could reduce production by up to 30%. The company is committed to resolving the dispute through dialogue while maintaining safe operations.

Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder have resolved their high-profile intellectual property litigation with a $190 million settlement and the withdrawal of disputed games from the market.

Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder have resolved a high-profile intellectual property dispute with a $190 million settlement and the withdrawal of contested games worldwide.