Latest Mining Technology News

Patagonia Lithium has reported robust 72-hour pump test results from its Formentera lithium brine project, signalling promising aquifer connectivity and flow rates that support upcoming production targets.

St George Mining has partnered with Spain’s Tecnicas Reunidas to test advanced processing technology on its Araxá rare earths, aiming to unlock European markets alongside existing US and Brazilian alliances.

Cobalt Blue Holdings and Glomar Minerals have teamed up to develop a pioneering polymetallic nodule processing facility in the US, aiming to secure critical minerals for advanced manufacturing and defence sectors.

Athena Resources has entered a strategic joint venture with Terra Mining and Fenix Resources to accelerate development of premium magnetite concentrate at the Narryer Prospect, aiming for production by early 2028.

Critical Resources Limited has validated its amorphous solid-state electrolyte, demonstrating stable lithium-metal interface performance over 1,200 hours and efficient ionic conductivity at room temperature, marking a significant step in solid-state battery development.

MetalsGrove Mining has launched an advanced regolith mapping and UAV LiDAR survey at its Zuénoula Project, aiming to sharpen exploration targets and accelerate gold discovery in central Côte d’Ivoire.

RocketDNA has launched its proprietary Skylink® operating system, now live with a Tier-1 mining customer, promising to transform autonomous drone management with real-time mission control and scalable automation.

King River Resources is deploying cutting-edge geophysical and digital mapping technologies at its historically rich Mindoolah Gold Project, aiming to unlock new high-grade gold targets with unprecedented precision.

Critical Resources Limited highlights significant progress in its lithium and gold projects across Canada and New Zealand, alongside pioneering work in next-generation solid-state lithium-ion batteries.

Advanced Braking Technology Ltd reported a robust 27.2% revenue increase and a 61.6% rise in net profit for H1 2026, driven by strong international sales and progress in autonomous braking technology.

IMDEX Limited has reported its strongest first half ever, with revenue climbing 16% to $247 million, driven by robust market share gains and key acquisitions that broaden its mining technology portfolio.

Caterpillar has finalized its acquisition of RPMGlobal, paying shareholders A$5.00 per share and prompting RPMGlobal’s removal from the ASX. This marks a significant shift in the mining software landscape.