Latest Metallurgical Testwork News

Tartana Minerals has announced a maiden inferred gold resource of over 500,000 ounces at its Cardross project, pushing its combined gold resources with Mountain Maid beyond 1 million ounces. The company is exploring processing upgrades to unlock further value from copper and silver credits.

Meteoric Resources has confirmed the Caldeira Rare Earth Project as a world-class, long-life asset with a maiden Ore Reserve and strong Pre-Feasibility Study results, while advancing pilot plant commissioning in Brazil.

Nico Resources has progressed its Wingellina nickel-cobalt project through updated resource estimates, detailed metallurgical testwork, and a strategic review of scandium extraction, even as nickel market conditions remain subdued.

Early drilling results from the Llahuin Project’s Southern Porphyry target reveal encouraging copper-gold mineralisation and key geological indicators, validating the prospect’s potential for a major discovery.

Zenith Minerals has launched a significant reverse circulation drilling program at its Red Mountain Gold Project, revealing visible gold at depth and confirming a large, continuous gold system. The company is well-funded to accelerate exploration and aims to expand the mineralised footprint rapidly.

Black Canyon Limited reports robust September quarter progress at its Wandanya manganese and iron project, revealing extensive high-grade mineralisation and securing $10 million to accelerate development.

Diatreme Resources reports significant improvements in mineral recoveries from metallurgical testwork on its Cyclone zircon-rich heavy mineral sands project, enhancing prospects for project development and shareholder value.

Tivan Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals portfolio, establishing a key joint venture, acquiring the Molyhil Project, raising $15 million, and commencing drilling at Sandover. These developments underscore its growing role in Australia’s strategic minerals sector.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has successfully produced a high-grade mixed rare earth carbonate containing 50% total rare earth oxides from low-grade field leach solutions at its Ema Project, validating its in-situ recovery process and commercial viability.

Encounter Resources reports significant resource growth at its Aileron Niobium-REE-Copper Project and maiden inferred copper resource at Yeneena, backed by a strong $15 million cash position.

Aeris Resources reported solid Q1 FY26 results with steady copper and gold production, disciplined cost management, and advancing divestment plans for non-core assets.

Arrow Minerals Limited has suspended all field activities in Guinea due to unresolved questions over exploration permit renewals, maintaining a cautious financial stance while awaiting government clarity.