Latest Mineral Processing News

Gullewa Limited has increased its joint venture interest to 98.4%, initiated diamond drilling at its South Darlot Gold Project, and appointed a seasoned mining executive to its board, signalling a strategic push forward.

Venari Minerals reports significant metallurgical improvements at its Red Mountain Lithium Project in Nevada, achieving a 46.2% lithium grade upgrade and enhanced recovery through innovative pre-soaking techniques. The company also engages expert consultants to refine processing ahead of a maiden resource estimate.

Liberty Metals has announced a significant discovery of high-grade monazite mineralisation rich in critical rare earth elements at its Paraiba Rutile and Monazite Project in Brazil, opening new avenues for exploration and processing.

Australian Silica Quartz Group reports promising high-grade quartz results from its Queensland and Western Australia projects, advancing metallurgical trials toward commercial-grade silicon and crucible quartz production.

Iondrive Limited appoints Lewis Utting as CEO to spearhead the transition from technology development to commercial execution of its IONSolv™ platform, while refreshing its board with new expertise.

St George Mining reports exceptional drilling results at its Araxá Rare Earths and Niobium Project, significantly expanding its resource footprint, alongside a successful $72.5 million capital raise to fund ongoing development.

Chariot Resources has signed a non-binding MOU with Fujian Jinjianqiao to explore offtake, financing, and local processing for its Nigerian lithium projects, aiming to accelerate commercialisation.

Temas Resources has fortified its position in the critical minerals sector through key strategic moves including joining Québec’s CSM Scientific Network, engaging market-making services, and commissioning independent equity research.

Flagship Minerals has received a second $1.25 million funding tranche from strategic partner Xinhai following completion of due diligence at the Pantanillo Gold Project. Environmental baseline studies are underway, and a JORC-compliant Mineral Resource Estimate is expected soon.

Mount Ridley Mines has entered a Material Transfer Agreement with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to explore rare earth element processing, marking a strategic move in critical minerals downstream development.

Lindian Resources has optimised its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, increasing ore processing capacity by 25% and appointing Obsideo as the design and construction contractor for its processing plant. This upgrade significantly enhances the project's financial outlook while keeping capital costs within budget.

American Rare Earths has successfully produced mixed rare earth oxides from Halleck Creek ore, marking a pivotal technical breakthrough in its mineral processing program. This achievement advances the project closer to commercial viability amid growing demand for critical minerals.