Latest Mining Permitting News

IRIS Metals has reported a JORC-compliant initial lithium resource at its Beecher Project, alongside high-grade drilling results at Tin Mountain, setting the stage for near-term production and resource expansion in South Dakota.

Strike Resources has made significant strides in advancing its Apurimac Iron Ore Project in Peru, engaging closely with government officials and infrastructure partners to secure critical logistics and permitting milestones. Meanwhile, its stake in Lithium Energy Limited sees progress amid asset sales and spin-out plans.

AKORA Resources has confirmed a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar, highlighting strong financial metrics and government support that pave the way for a 2Mtpa direct shipping ore operation.

Siren Gold has submitted a Mining Permit application for its Sams Creek gold project in New Zealand, supported by a robust Scoping Study and plans for infill drilling to upgrade resource confidence. Exploration momentum continues at its Langdon’s and Queen Charlotte projects, positioning the company for a transition from exploration to development.

AKORA Resources has successfully renewed its main tenement PR10430 for the Bekisopa Iron Ore Project, marking a pivotal step under Madagascar’s updated Mining Code and reinforcing the project’s path to production.

Artemis Resources has clarified the permitting status of its Radio Hill processing plant and outlined the regulatory and operational steps required to resume processing activities, while granting Greentech Metals an exclusive option to assess copper ore feasibility.

Siren Gold has restarted drilling at its Sams Creek Project in New Zealand, aiming to expand its 824,000-ounce gold resource by targeting deeper porphyry structures and fold hinges. The company plans a focused drilling campaign and mining study in 2025 to unlock further value.

Galan Lithium Limited advances its Hombre Muerto West project with a new mining permit and a significant resource upgrade at Candelas, positioning itself among the global lithium leaders and targeting production in H1 2026.

Siren Gold Limited has completed the sale of its Reefton Project for A$22 million, retaining a significant stake in the new consolidated explorer RUA Gold Inc. The company now turns its focus to advancing the Sams Creek Project with a pending mining permit and exploration plans.

Solis Minerals is gearing up to commence drilling at multiple copper projects in Peru’s Coastal Belt in early 2025, following promising geophysical surveys and expanded land holdings.

Auric Mining reports robust gold production and revenue in its December 2024 quarterly update, alongside strategic progress including a key processing plant acquisition and advancing mining projects.

Canyon Resources has completed an extensive drilling campaign at its Minim Martap Bauxite Project and appointed a new CFO, setting the stage for key resource updates and feasibility milestones in 2025.