Latest Metals Production News

Calix Limited has inked a pivotal MOU and testing agreement with a leading aluminium company to advance its electric calcination technology, aiming to revolutionize alumina production with near-zero emissions.

Latrobe Magnesium has commenced start-up operations at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant following EPA licence renewal, overcoming recent weather-related supply setbacks. The company aims to begin magnesium oxide production within the week as it advances toward full commissioning.

Lion Selection Group has committed $1 million to Sunshine Metals, increasing its stake to 9.2% as Sunshine advances promising high-grade gold projects in North Queensland.

Sunshine Metals has raised $5 million through a placement to fast-track exploration at its Sybil epithermal gold targets and advance the Liontown gold study within its Ravenswood Consolidated Project.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a robust FY25 with record iron ore shipments and strong profits, while advancing its green metal and decarbonisation initiatives. The company also provided solid FY26 guidance amid ongoing exploration and capital discipline.

Fortescue Ltd reported a solid FY25 with record iron ore shipments and a strong profit, while making significant strides in its decarbonisation agenda including renewable energy projects and green metal production.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.

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.