Latest Metallurgical Development News

European Resources Limited has more than doubled the inferred resource at its Korsnäs rare earth elements project in Finland to 15.4 million tonnes at 1.00% total rare earth oxides, driven by new drilling, re-assaying of historical core, and a refined geological model.

Larvotto Resources has acquired Elemission’s advanced ECORE core scanning system to accelerate exploration and metallurgical development at its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project, aiming to enhance processing efficiency and project growth.

Morella Corporation reports hydrometallurgical testwork by Edith Cowan University achieving up to 89% rubidium extraction from Mt Edon samples, validating the project’s technical potential and setting the stage for further optimisation and economic evaluation.

Locksley Resources has produced a high-grade antimony concentrate exceeding market standards from its Desert Antimony Mine in California, marking a significant step toward a fully domestic US antimony supply chain.

Podium Minerals has announced a major metallurgical breakthrough with a new concentrator flowsheet achieving approximately 80% recovery of key platinum group metals, advancing its Parks Reef Project towards commercialisation.

Critica Limited reports strong preliminary beneficiation results from its Jupiter rare earths project, achieving consistent ~95% mass rejection and a 6–10x uplift in rare earth grades. A closed-circuit pilot plant is now under construction to optimise recovery and advance product development.

Prospech Limited has announced a pro-rata renounceable entitlement offer aiming to raise up to $1.62 million to fund metallurgical testing and exploration at its Korsnäs rare earth elements project in Finland. The offer is partially underwritten and includes attaching options, reflecting the company’s ongoing development efforts and funding needs.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated has announced a major metallurgical advancement at its Sunday Creek project, delivering a high-grade, low-arsenic antimony-gold concentrate alongside excellent gold recovery. This development enhances the project's economic potential amid shifting global supply dynamics for critical metals.

Magnetite Mines has increased its Razorback Iron Ore Project resource estimate and is advancing strategic partnerships, while early saline water testwork shows promise for green iron production.

Astute Metals has reported a significant upgrade in lithium concentration at its Red Mountain Project in Nevada, achieving a 38% increase in lithium grade and over 50% mass reduction through Falcon beneficiation testwork. This advancement points to lower processing costs and enhanced commercial viability for the project.

American Rare Earths has expanded its Halleck Creek rare earth resource by 12.2% and achieved a metallurgical breakthrough that slashes processing volumes by over 90%, underpinning a robust updated scoping study with strong financial metrics.

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.