Latest Metallurgical Testwork News

West Cobar Metals has kicked off metallurgical testing at its Salazar project targeting rare earth carbonate production and announced a new gallium resource, while gold exploration at Mystique confirms widespread mineralisation.

Viking Mines has entered a binding agreement to acquire six high-grade tungsten projects in Nevada, backed by a strategic investment from American Tungsten Corp and a $4.29 million capital raise. The acquisition marks a significant expansion into the critical US tungsten market amid rising global demand.

Celsius Resources has delivered a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog Copper-Gold Project, confirming a 35-year mine life and strong economic returns. The company is actively progressing funding arrangements amid growing investor interest.

Odyssey Gold has reported strong drilling results at its Tuckanarra Gold Project, confirming high-grade gold mineralisation and extensions below existing resources. The company also secured $9 million in new funding to support ongoing development.

Lotus Resources reports steady progress at its Kayelekera uranium mine despite supply challenges, while its Letlhakane project shows promising metallurgical advances. The company targets full production and first shipments in the second quarter of 2026.

Black Bear Minerals has completed its acquisition of the Shafter Silver Project in Texas, revealing exceptional surface sampling results and commencing maiden drilling. Meanwhile, its Independence Gold Project in Nevada reports outstanding gold recoveries, underpinning a strong growth outlook.

Ardea Resources has made disciplined progress on its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project’s Definitive Feasibility Study, supported by renewed Major Project Status and full funding from a Japanese consortium. Completion is on track for mid-2026 amid robust resource updates and strategic partnerships.

Encounter Resources has reported robust December quarter results, highlighting significant high-grade niobium and rare earth element discoveries at its Aileron Project, alongside promising copper anomalies in Western Australia’s Paterson Province. A $25 million placement aims to accelerate exploration and development.

Coda Minerals secured $12.33 million in capital to advance a major drilling campaign and pre-feasibility study at its Elizabeth Creek copper-silver project, maintaining a strong cash position as commodity prices surge.

Raiden Resources has secured an 85% stake in the Crixás Gold Tailings Project in Brazil, presenting a low-capital pathway to near-term gold production. Meanwhile, exploration advances at the Vuzel Gold Project in Bulgaria aim to boost resource ownership amid rising precious metals prices.

Dateline Resources progresses its Colosseum Gold-REE Project with a Bankable Feasibility Study on track for March completion, securing $35 million in funding and expanding drilling to explore rare earth elements.

Red Metal Limited reports significant technical progress in rare earth processing at its Sybella project alongside advancing gold and copper exploration across multiple Australian sites. The company’s strategic stake in Maronan Metals gains momentum amid rising metal prices.