Latest Mining Finance News

Orion Minerals is on the cusp of finalising a significant financing and offtake agreement with Glencore, potentially unlocking up to US$250 million for its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine.

Alara Resources’ Oman joint venture has secured an additional $36.4 million loan facility to fund key capital projects and sustain operations at the Al Wash-hi Majaza Copper Gold Project.

Connected Minerals Limited (ASX, CML) reports promising uranium drilling outcomes at its Etango North-East project in Namibia alongside a successful $5.1 million capital raise, advancing its exploration agenda in Namibia and Western Australia.

Syrah Resources has secured an $8.5 million tranche from its US DFC loan, deferred interest payments to mid-2026, and issued warrants to the DFC, reinforcing the strategic importance of its Balama graphite operation.

Cyprium Metals has refinanced its US$27.3 million senior secured loan with Nebari, extending maturity to 2029 and enabling flexible debt management as it advances the Nifty Copper Complex restart.

Besra Gold Inc. reported a $3.47 million loss for Q1 2026, weighed down by finance costs tied to a major gold purchase agreement. Despite asset impairments and net liabilities, management remains cautiously optimistic about ongoing funding and project development.

Star Minerals has inked a pivotal Right to Mine Agreement with MEGA Resources and Bain Global Resources, unlocking $20 million in funding and operational support for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, aiming for production in early 2026.

Tartana Minerals has inked a non-binding Letter of Intent with Alt Resources for up to $5 million in non-dilutive financing, structured to align repayments with copper production and prices. This deal aims to optimize existing operations and fund expansion through the Mungana processing plant.

West Wits Mining has issued over 100 million unlisted options to Absa Bank to settle loan fees, reflecting a deepening partnership and shared confidence in the Qala Shallows gold project.

Eagle Mountain Mining has successfully renegotiated its US$7.25 million loan with Vincere, gaining a 12-month repayment extension and a discounted early repayment option tied to key project agreements.

Locksley Resources has received a non-binding Letter of Interest from the U.S. Export-Import Bank indicating potential financing support of up to US$191 million for its Mojave Project, aligning with U.S. efforts to rebuild domestic critical minerals supply chains.

Cavalier Resources has raised $2.14 million through a discounted share placement to fund a 5,000m extensional drilling program at its Crawford Gold Project, aiming to underpin future mining stages. The revised Pre-Feasibility Study confirms robust economics with a strong NPV and IRR.