Latest Mine Operations News

29Metals Limited reports promising high-grade copper and zinc intercepts from its 2025 drilling program at Golden Grove, signalling potential mine life extensions and enhanced operational flexibility.

Lunnon Metals has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Lady Herial gold project, paving the way for mining to commence following a strong feasibility study and unconditional ore purchase agreement.

Ausgold Limited has delivered an updated Definitive Feasibility Study for its Katanning Gold Project, revealing increased gold production and enhanced financial returns, supported by a $90 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Beacon Minerals reported a solid December quarter with 7,310 ounces of gold produced and a 23% rise in realised gold prices, driving revenue to $53.47 million. The company is transitioning mining operations while maintaining strong recovery rates and shareholder returns.

Aurum Resources has reported multiple high-grade gold intercepts from its extensive drilling program at the Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, underpinning plans for aggressive resource growth and a Pre-Feasibility Study in 2026.

MetalsTech Limited is progressing its Pre-Feasibility Study for the Sturec Gold Mine in Slovakia, targeting completion in the first half of 2026, alongside key board appointments aimed at driving the project forward.

Auric Mining has resumed operations at its Munda Gold Mine with 67,000 tonnes of high-grade ore stockpiled, setting the stage for imminent gold production and revenue generation.

Rox Resources has ramped up underground mining and advanced processing plant development at its Youanmi Gold Project, signalling a strong push towards production in 2026. Key infrastructure expansions and strategic hires underpin the company’s growth ambitions.

Summit Minerals has initiated a cutting-edge UAV aeromagnetic survey at its Keystone Project in Nevada, marking the first major exploration there since 1943. The survey aims to refine drilling targets for silver, gold, and tungsten mineralisation.

Monadelphous Group Limited has landed a significant five-year maintenance contract with Rio Tinto, reinforcing its long-standing presence in the Pilbara iron ore operations.

The Foreign Investment Review Board has extended its deadline to assess Caterpillar’s proposed acquisition of RPMGlobal, pushing the decision to 23 January 2026. This procedural extension keeps the deal on track but leaves some questions open for shareholders.

Catalina Resources has strategically reshaped its portfolio by acquiring the Breakaway Dam copper project and the Auric North gold portfolio, while divesting its Laverton assets to sharpen its focus on scalable growth opportunities.