Latest Metals Mining News

Dundee Precious Metals has agreed to acquire Adriatic Metals in a recommended £924 million share and cash offer, valuing Adriatic at approximately US$1.25 billion and delivering a premium of over 47% to recent trading prices.

Sunshine Metals has reported exceptional high-grade gold intersections from shallow drilling at its Liontown prospect, reinforcing its strategy to target near-surface oxide gold resources. The company plans to fast-track resource upgrades and mining studies following metallurgical testing.

Aston Minerals and Torque Metals have secured court approval for their merger schemes, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the mining sector. Trading of Aston Minerals shares will be suspended from May 29 as the merger moves toward implementation.

Brightstar Resources outlines an ambitious growth plan to boost gold production from 20koz to 200koz per annum by 2029, anchored by upcoming feasibility studies and resource upgrades across its Western Australian hubs.

Adriatic Metals has confirmed ongoing discussions with Dundee Precious Metals regarding a possible takeover offer, marking the start of a formal offer period under the UK Takeover Code. While talks continue, no firm offer has yet been made.

Ardea Resources has received a $1.2 million R&D tax incentive rebate from the Australian Government, reinforcing its innovative work at the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project and strengthening its financial position.

Sunstone Metals Ltd has had its trading suspension lifted following a Federal Court decision and the release of a cleansing prospectus, signaling a fresh chapter for the mining company on the ASX.

Saturn Metals has revealed significant new aircore drilling results that extend the Aquarius gold trend to 26.5 kilometres, highlighting a promising parallel gold system near its Apollo Hill project in Western Australia.

Meeka Metals has achieved a key milestone with first ore mined from its Murchison Gold Project open pits, setting the stage for process plant commissioning in June 2025. Mining at multiple high-grade oxide pits is underway alongside significant processing plant and power upgrades.

Globe Metals & Mining has signed two non-binding MOUs covering up to 100% of Phase 1 production at its Kanyika Niobium Project, while finalising its updated Bankable Feasibility Study is delayed to June 2025. The company also secured additional short-term funding to support ongoing development.

Lunnon Metals Limited has showcased significant progress in its gold and nickel exploration projects, highlighting strong drilling results and development plans for the Lady Herial gold deposit and Baker-Foster nickel resources.

Fin Resources Limited reported subdued exploration activity in Q1 2025 amid weak lithium prices but secured $445,000 via convertible notes and outlined plans for McKenzie Springs exploration.