Latest Mineral Exploration News

Zinc of Ireland NL (ASX: ZMI) has entered a binding agreement to acquire Dutch metals technology company Meclex, integrating proprietary hydrometallurgical processes ARGO and VOLTA with its Kildare Zinc project. The company also announced a $5.5 million placement to support exploration and technology development alongside new board appointments.

Red Mountain Mining Ltd is set to recommence exploration at its US antimony projects following winter, supported by US government initiatives and strengthened by a new advisory appointment. The company plans systematic geological mapping and sampling across multiple projects, aiming to advance towards drill testing and resource definition.

Pacgold Limited (ASX: PGO) has marked a significant milestone by producing its first gold at the White Dam Gold Project in South Australia, transitioning from an explorer to a gold producer. The company is progressing with plant upgrades and plans for pad expansion to increase production capacity.

Resource Minerals International Ltd (ASX:RMI) has completed a detailed ground magnetic survey at its Wadi Salamah Project in Saudi Arabia, revealing significant magnetic anomalies and high-grade surface mineralisation that underpin plans for a maiden 5,000-metre drilling program.

American Tungsten & Antimony Ltd (ASX: AT4) has appointed David Groombridge as Exploration Manager USA and engaged SRK Consulting for independent Competent Person services, reinforcing its technical and governance capabilities as it advances critical minerals projects in Utah and Nevada.

AuMEGA Metals Limited has launched a prospectus for a dual-tranche capital raising totalling approximately C$23.7 million, subject to shareholder approval, aimed at advancing its exploration programs in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Reward Minerals Ltd (ASX:RWD) updates on its Newfoundland projects targeting high-grade gold and copper, highlighting multiple priority targets with no historic drilling and imminent maiden drilling planned for 2026.

Pure Resources Limited has entered a legally binding R&D collaboration with Rice University to develop cutting-edge carbon nanotube fibre thermal management systems using graphite from its Garnet Hills Project. The partnership includes joint intellectual property ownership and a planned $3 million equity placement to fund exploration and downstream initiatives.

Dome Gold Mines Ltd launches a $3 million convertible note offering to fund key developments in Fiji, including the Sigatoka Feasibility Study and expanded exploration for copper, gold, and silver.

SQX Resources has reported impressive assay results from its maiden drilling at the Red Bird Gold Project in Arizona, revealing significant, shallow gold mineralisation with promising continuity. These findings bolster the project's potential for open-pit resource development.

Perpetual Resources has secured a significant tungsten exploration package in Brazil’s Seridó Mineral Province, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for this critical mineral amid global supply constraints.

AIC Mines has launched an ambitious 2026 drilling campaign targeting 12 prospects near its Eloise copper mine, aiming to uncover transformational copper and gold deposits to boost production.