Latest Mining And Production News

Alkane Resources has secured Swedish regulatory approval for its proposed merger with Mandalay Resources, advancing a significant consolidation in the gold and antimony mining sector. The deal now awaits further approvals before shareholder votes expected in July.

Catalyst Metals reports positive infill drilling results at its Trident Gold Project, confirming expected mineralisation and enabling development to commence with first ore targeted in late 2025.

Polymetals Resources has officially commenced commercial production at its Endeavor silver zinc mine in Cobar, NSW, with zinc concentrate shipments set to begin in early July 2025. The company is progressing steadily toward ramping up output in the second half of the year.

Toubani Resources has initiated a 5,000-metre diamond drilling campaign at its Kobada Gold Project in Mali, targeting deeper mineralisation to expand its 2.2 million ounce resource and extend mine life.

Gibb River Diamonds has successfully completed a heritage survey over the proposed open pit at its Neta Prospect, removing a key obstacle to mining development within the Edjudina Gold Project. The project moves closer to production with mining costs borne by a private contractor.

Adelong Gold Limited has secured $455,000 from selling a non-core property to fund exploration at its Victorian gold projects, while gold processing has commenced at its Challenger Gold Mine, signaling imminent production.

Antilles Gold’s joint venture has inked key offtake agreements for all gold and copper/gold concentrates from the Nueva Sabana mine, boosting project financing prospects.

Rapid Lithium Limited has agreed to acquire two high-grade silver projects in New South Wales, adding nearly 35 million silver equivalent ounces to its portfolio. The deal, valued at A$6.5 million, signals a strategic diversification into critical minerals amid a robust silver market.

Gibb River Diamonds has inked a pivotal mining contract with BML Ventures to kickstart open pit gold mining at its Edjudina Project, aiming for production as early as August 2025.

Metro Mining’s latest update reveals a decline in Ore Reserves and Resources at Bauxite Hills Mine due to 2024 mining activity, with no new exploration additions. The company plans a significant capital expansion to boost production capacity.

Perenti’s underground mining arm, Barminco, has locked in a $500 million contract extension at the Agnew Gold Mine, reinforcing a decade-long partnership with Gold Fields and promising steady earnings.

New Hope Corporation reports steady coal production but a 27% drop in EBITDA amid falling prices and rail constraints, prompting revised FY25 guidance.