Latest Metals Processing News

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary has begun civil construction at its Bell Bay pilot plant, advancing a novel process to produce hydrogen fluoride from aluminium smelter by-products, addressing Australia’s dependence on imports.

Andromeda Metals has started commissioning its High Purity Alumina pilot plant, aiming to produce commercial-grade 4N HPA samples in the second half of 2026 for customer qualification. The pilot plant will also explore value from by-products like amorphous silica and gallium, adding potential upside to the project.

Aurelia Metals has completed a Pre-Feasibility Study for its New Occidental Tailings Retreatment Project, declaring a maiden Ore Reserve and outlining strong economics and a clear path to production at its Peak Operation in NSW.

Meeka Metals is transitioning to underground mining at its Murchison Gold Project, with capital investment tapering and exploration drilling underway to support resource growth and production expansion.

Zinc Mines Ireland (ASX: ZMI) has acquired Dutch metals tech firm Meclex, integrating its proprietary low-temperature hydrometallurgical processes into ZMI’s Kildare zinc project. The move aims to unlock critical mineral value and reduce environmental impact in European zinc and battery recycling markets.

St George Mining has partnered with Boston Metal to trial a cutting-edge molten oxide electrolysis technology at its Araxá Project, aiming to revolutionise niobium production with lower costs and emissions.

Felix Gold has exercised its option to acquire 100% ownership of the Treasure Creek mining claims in Alaska, securing a strategic foothold in a project hosting high-grade antimony ore that meets U.S. military specifications alongside significant gold resources.

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary has reached a key environmental milestone for its hydrogen fluoride pilot plant in Tasmania, progressing construction and expanding its engineering team ahead of commissioning in late 2026.

Felix Gold has confirmed its Treasure Creek antimony ore meets stringent US military-grade concentrate standards directly from the mine, advancing plans for domestic processing facilities. Independent testwork validates multiple efficient ore-to-metal pathways, positioning the company at the forefront of US critical minerals supply.

Calix Limited has successfully completed the first milestone of its ARENA grant for the Zesty Green Iron Demonstration Project, unlocking a $2 million payment and marking a key step forward in its industrial decarbonisation efforts.

Black Bear Minerals has reported significant high-grade silver intercepts outside the existing Mineral Resource Estimate at its Shafter Silver Project in Texas, signalling potential for resource expansion and enhanced polymetallic value.

Temas Resources has confirmed its patented Regenerative Chloride Leach (RCL) technology can produce commercial-grade titanium dioxide with significant cost reductions, positioning the company for global licensing opportunities.