Latest Mineral Sands Development News

ACDC Metals is set to launch its maiden drilling campaign at the Mount Jackson Project in Nevada, targeting key gold-silver zones with a 2,500-metre reverse circulation program starting in Q4 2026. A geophysical survey will precede drilling to sharpen targets and reduce costs.

Everlast Minerals has officially received the demarcated Kurigram site from the Bangladesh Government, clearing the way for exploration on a 4,000-hectare mineral sands licence area.

Astron Limited has advanced its Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project with conditional senior debt support and ongoing financing discussions, targeting a final investment decision by the end of March 2026.

VHM Limited has secured a significant offtake framework with Mitsui and a US$200 million financing interest from the US Export-Import Bank for its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, alongside key environmental approvals. These milestones set the stage for a Final Investment Decision in the first half of 2026.

Peak Minerals has confirmed extensive heavy mineralisation across a 28km strike at its Minta Rutile Project in Cameroon, highlighting the project's potential as a major new rutile source.

VHM Limited has secured ministerial endorsement for its Goschen Project Environmental Effects Statement, paving the way for a Final Investment Decision and targeted production in 2026. The company also advanced financing and strategic appointments to support its development trajectory.