Latest Nickel And Cobalt News

Kingsrose Mining advances its Fennoscandian exploration with high-grade discoveries and strategic acquisition of the Jakon project, supported by robust funding from BHP.

Inca Minerals has secured over 94% ownership of Stunalara Metals, gaining access to the promising Hurricane Project in North Queensland. With an oversubscribed $1.1 million capital raise, maiden drilling is set to begin in Q2 2025, targeting high-grade gold and antimony mineralisation.

Kuniko Limited has streamlined its Norwegian battery metals portfolio, pursued non-dilutive green funding, and forged AI satellite data partnerships, setting the stage for growth in Europe’s critical minerals sector.

Australian Mines Limited reports significant progress in its critical minerals projects during Q1 2025, capitalizing on geopolitical shifts that underscore the strategic importance of diversified supply chains. The company highlights expanded studies at Flemington and promising exploration results at Jequie and Resende, while navigating financing challenges for its Sconi nickel-cobalt asset.

Avira Resources has significantly expanded its Tangadee Project in Western Australia and is preparing to drill three high-potential EM targets, while advancing its capital raising efforts to fund exploration.

Iondrive Limited confirms strong financial metrics for its proprietary DES battery recycling technology, progressing pilot plant development and divesting exploration assets to sharpen focus on commercialisation.

Buxton Resources reports a 345% increase in contained graphite at its Graphite Bull Project and confirms IGO's $5.35 million commitment to expand its Copper Wolf JV interest to 70%.

Ardea Resources reports robust progress on its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project – Goongarrie Hub, highlighted by significant drilling outcomes, major engineering contracts awarded, and a $98.5 million DFS funding commitment from a Japanese consortium.

Canterbury Resources has reported significant advances at its Briggs Copper Project, including enhanced metallurgical recoveries and a resource upgrade, underpinning a scoping study on track for mid-2025 completion.

Cobalt Blue Holdings Limited is set to rebrand as Core Blue Minerals Limited, reflecting its strategic shift to diversify beyond cobalt into copper and other base metals through a new Earn-in agreement for the Halls Creek Project.

Miramar Resources has secured $1.8 million through a share placement to accelerate gold and critical minerals exploration, focusing on the promising Gidji JV Gold Project near Kalgoorlie.

Ardea Resources progresses its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project DFS, awarding a key $5.4 million contract to Lycopodium for the Hydrogen Sulphide Plant, underpinning plans for a low-cost nickel-cobalt operation.