Latest Metals Production News

Alara Resources has achieved a significant 77% increase in daily copper concentrate production at its Al Wash-hi Majaza mine in Oman, marking a major operational milestone.

Lion Rock Minerals confirms exceptionally pure rutile nuggets at its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon, with independent verification supporting broad titanium industry applications. Exploration results reveal a growing mineralised footprint exceeding 2,750 km², positioning Minta as a globally significant rutile province.

Sunshine Metals has initiated diamond drilling at Liontown North, backed by a Queensland government grant, aiming to validate a new geological fold model that could extend the Liontown gold resource. Concurrent drilling at Sybil and upcoming resource updates promise a busy exploration period.

Manuka Resources has launched an $8 million entitlement offer to fund its Cobar Basin production restart, updated reserves at its Wonawinta silver and Mt Boppy gold mines, and reported strong economics for its New Zealand Taranaki VTM iron sands project advancing through fast-track approvals.

Latrobe Magnesium secures EPA licence extension and prepares to start magnesium oxide production in August, while pursuing a significant legal counterclaim and advancing commercial plant plans.

Peak Minerals reports a significant expansion of heavy mineralisation at its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon, alongside a $3.5 million strategic investment that fully funds its 2025 exploration plans.

Anax Metals has raised $3.3 million through convertible notes to push forward its Whim Creek copper-zinc project in Western Australia, while resolving a recent arbitration with its cornerstone investor Mineral Development Partners.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has extended its Pilot Project Licence with EPA Victoria until February 2027, paving the way to resume magnesium oxide production at its Hazelwood North site in August 2025.

Civmec Limited has announced a series of new contracts and extensions valued at more than A$600 million, including the integration of the SEA1180 maritime defence program following its acquisition of Luerssen Australia. The company is also advancing major infrastructure and green energy projects, signaling robust growth and diversification.

Aurelia Metals has successfully met its FY25 production and cost guidance, driven by a strong ramp-up at Federation Mine and the start of development at Great Cobar. The company’s solid quarterly performance underpins its growth ambitions for FY26.

Australian Strategic Materials has closed its Share Purchase Plan substantially oversubscribed, raising nearly four times its target to accelerate key growth projects including US expansion and ramping up its Korean Metals Plant.

Mount Gibson Iron Limited has agreed to acquire Northern Star Resources' 50% stake in the Central Tanami Project, gaining access to 1.6 million ounces of gold resources and existing infrastructure in the Northern Territory.