Latest Mining And Minerals News

Viridis Mining and Minerals has locked in a US$30 million strategic funding agreement with Brazilian asset managers Régia Capital and ORE Investments, setting a clear path to Final Investment Decision for its Colossus rare earth project.

Augustus Minerals has expanded gold anomalies at its Music Well project in Western Australia through extensive soil sampling, prioritizing Clifton East for upcoming drilling. The discovery of new undercover targets signals promising exploration upside in a prolific gold region.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has received a significant US$100 million Letter of Interest from Export Development Canada, reinforcing the financing framework for its Colossus Rare Earths Project in Brazil. This follows prior support from French and Brazilian export credit agencies, positioning the company for a Final Investment Decision in 2026.

Bayan Mining’s recent CSAMT survey at its Bayan Springs South Project in Nevada reveals a major Carlin-style alteration system with multiple high-priority feeder targets, setting the stage for a maiden drilling campaign.

5E Advanced Materials reports progress on its California boron project with a new feasibility study and equity raises, while highlighting ongoing funding uncertainties.

Volt Group Limited is set to acquire Perth-based 4D Delta Pty Ltd for $7.25 million, adding a profitable digital asset inspection business to its portfolio. The acquisition is supported by a $4 million capital raise and aims to accelerate Volt’s growth in technology-enabled resource services.

Lycopodium Limited projects steady growth for FY26 with revenue guidance of $390-$410 million, underpinned by strong project momentum and the strategic SAXUM acquisition expanding its footprint in the Americas.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a pivotal non-binding Letter of Support from Bpifrance, confirming eligibility for strategic financing of its Colossus Rare Earths Project in Brazil. This milestone propels the project closer to final investment decision and strengthens its position in the critical minerals supply chain.

Petratherm Limited reports robust metallurgical results from its Rosewood Titanium Heavy Mineral Sands Project, highlighting high-quality heavy mineral concentrates and promising recoveries that reinforce the project’s potential.

Bayan Mining has secured US Bureau of Land Management approval for its Desert Star Project in California, paving the way for field activities and a planned drilling program in 2026. The project’s proximity to major rare earth and gold mines underscores its strategic potential.

Bayan Mining and Minerals has refined its rare earth element targets at the Desert Star Projects in California through detailed geophysical surveys, setting the stage for imminent drilling. The company’s integrated approach highlights structural controls similar to the nearby Mountain Pass district, boosting confidence in the project’s potential.

Vertex Minerals has commenced underground ore production at its Reward Gold Mine in New South Wales, processing high-grade ore through a gravity-only plant with strong recoveries. The company also advanced its A$11 million capital raising, positioning itself for steady growth into 2026.