Latest Metallurgical Advances News

Astute Metals reports a successful beneficiation test at its Red Mountain Lithium Project, achieving a 36% mass reduction and 22% lithium grade increase, while phase 2 diamond drilling advances with two holes completed.

Magnetic Resources NL has significantly increased the Lady Julie North 4 gold deposit resource to 1.55 million ounces, supported by ongoing high-grade drilling and exceptional metallurgical recoveries of up to 97.5%. Feasibility studies for combined open pit and underground mining are advancing, targeting 150,000 ounces per annum over eight years.

Chalice Mining has achieved a major metallurgical breakthrough at its Gonneville Project, enabling the production of saleable copper and nickel concentrates from low-grade ores without costly hydrometallurgical processing. This innovation promises to significantly reduce capital and operating costs while improving project margins.

Lunnon Metals reports outstanding metallurgical test results from its Lady Herial gold prospect, achieving an average 95% gold recovery and highlighting significant gravity recoverable gold. These findings pave the way for accelerated development and potential cash flow generation.

Pivotal Metals has commenced drilling at its flagship Horden Lake project in Quebec, advancing metallurgical testwork and preparing for a resource update, while also progressing exploration at its high-grade BAGB projects.

Stellar Resources has reported a significant new high-grade tin intersection at its Queen Hill deposit, potentially expanding the Heemskirk Tin Project’s resource base and boosting production forecasts.

Theta Gold Mines has made significant strides in developing its TGME Gold Plant, securing $6 million in private equity and progressing an EPC contract with PowerChina's subsidiary. The company is also integrating surface gold resources into its mining schedule and advancing environmental and social governance initiatives.

Equinox Resources reports robust quarterly progress across its global portfolio, highlighted by exceptional drill results at Mata da Corda and Alturas, underpinned by a solid $2.2 million cash position.

GWR Group Limited reports completion of phase two drilling at its Prospect Ridge Magnesium Project with assay results pending, while divesting its Hatches Creek interest to bolster focus and capital for growth.

Sunshine Metals Ltd reports a substantial upgrade to its Ravenswood Consolidated Project, with a 57% rise in contained gold and positive drilling and metallurgical results underpinning the growth.

IRIS Metals has completed key drilling programs at its South Dakota lithium projects and successfully raised $8 million, positioning itself to deliver its maiden mineral resource estimate for the Beecher Project in early 2025.

Athena Resources reports significant progress on its Byro Magnetite Project alongside a successful $2.67 million entitlement offer, strengthening its financial position for upcoming development phases.