Latest Mineral Sands News

MRG Metals has expanded its rare earth portfolio through the acquisition of the high-grade Garies Rare Earth Project in South Africa, while also progressing key projects in Mozambique, signalling a diversified growth strategy in critical minerals.

Dome Gold Mines has reported a significant construction sand resource at its Sigatoka project in Fiji and is progressing its feasibility study, supported by a proposed $7 million convertible note raise.

Chilwa Minerals has validated its rare earth element exploration model and boosted its heavy mineral sands resource, while securing A$8 million in funding and advancing plans for a US Nasdaq dual listing.

Everlast Minerals advances pilot operations at its Gaibandha Mineral Sands Project, securing a critical 500kW power connection and strengthening government ties in Bangladesh.

Liberty Metals has completed the acquisition of a 100% interest in a suite of Brazilian critical minerals projects, marking a significant strategic expansion into titanium and rare earth elements. The company also rebranded and initiated exploration programs to unlock value in these high-potential assets.

Stelar Metals is actively expanding its project portfolio in Tier 1 jurisdictions while reassessing past assay results to capitalise on recent commodity price gains. The company also navigates leadership changes and Native Title negotiations as it prepares for a pivotal March update.

Aruma Resources has executed binding agreements to acquire a major stake in the Tillex Copper Project in Ontario, complementing strong drilling results from its Australian copper assets and raising $3.5 million to fund exploration.

Sinowin Lithium, MRG Metals’ joint venture partner, aims to kick off production at the massive Corridor Sands Heavy Mineral Sands Project in Mozambique by March 2027, backed by significant early investment and regulatory approvals.

Image Resources NL reported a strong finish to 2025 with record heavy mineral concentrate production and sales, alongside promising developments in its gold exploration and synthetic rutile innovation.

Sheffield Resources reported a 7% decline in ore mined and a 15% drop in concentrate production for the December quarter, while maintaining strong zircon concentrate shipments despite challenging market conditions. The company is advancing loan restructuring efforts and preparing for steady production in early 2026.

Iluka Resources is set to report a hefty $565 million pre-tax charge in FY25, driven by impairments and inventory write-downs amid ongoing weak demand for mineral sands products.

Iluka Resources reported a strong finish to 2025 with record zircon and rutile production, while advancing its Eneabba rare earth refinery and navigating softer zircon prices amid cautious 2026 guidance.