Latest Mining Operations News

Orion Minerals has taken a major step forward by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements, advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production.

Sunrise Energy Metals has secured a strategic partnership with Lockheed Martin, granting the defense giant an option to purchase a quarter of scandium production from the Syerston Project over five years, aiming to boost scandium adoption in aerospace and defense.

Globe Metals & Mining has completed the first tranche of its $8.67 million placement, raising $6.96 million and converting $540,000 of convertible loans to equity, significantly reducing its debt ahead of the Kanyika Niobium Project’s Final Investment Decision.

Nordic Resources Ltd has initiated a 5,000m diamond drilling program at its Kopsa gold project in Finland, unveiling new magnetic targets and bolstering its senior management team. The company also raised over A$10 million in institutional capital, underpinning a combined gold equivalent resource of 1.23 million ounces across its Finnish assets.

Canyon Resources confirms the Minim Martap Bauxite Project as a world-class asset with robust economics and begins construction ahead of first shipment in mid-2026.

Kaiser Reef Limited has announced a significant 29% increase in Ore Reserves at its Henty Gold Mine in Tasmania, extending mine life beyond six years and targeting annual production above 30,000 ounces of gold.

Verity Resources reports strong Phase 1 infill drilling results at its Monument Gold Project, validating geological models and supporting a resource upgrade. Phase 2 drilling is underway to explore further expansion potential.

Forrestania Resources Limited is set to update investors on its rapidly expanding gold resource base and strategic acquisitions in Western Australia during an upcoming webinar. The company’s disciplined approach targets production-ready assets to drive shareholder value.

Rox Resources has secured final underground mining permits for its Youanmi Gold Project, setting the stage for immediate mining activities with Byrnecut Australia mobilising this month. Processing plant approvals and infrastructure developments are progressing, aiming for production in early 2026.

Cokal Limited’s PT Bumi Barito Mineral has resumed limited mining operations and appointed PT Harapan Mitra Lestari as its mining contractor, while upgrading logistics infrastructure to support future production growth.

Aeris Resources reported steady Q1 FY26 production with 10.3kt copper equivalent at AISC of A$4.64/lb, alongside significant growth capital investment and promising exploration results.

EQ Resources has announced a significant 39% increase in ore reserves at its Barruecopardo tungsten mine in Spain, extending the mine's operational life to 2034. This update reflects operational improvements and rising tungsten prices amid global supply constraints.