Latest North America News

Eden Innovations reports a robust 65% increase in US OptiBlend revenue for FY2026 to date, driven by rising demand from data centres seeking cost-effective, lower-emission backup power solutions.

Orica Limited has resolved its US litigation with CF Industries by agreeing to a US$169.5 million settlement and is acquiring Nelson Brothers’ explosives business, strengthening its North American operations and boosting earnings.

EV Resources has acquired the remaining 50% stake in the Don Enrique Copper-Silver Project in Peru, consolidating a large, drill-ready land package with significant high-grade mineralisation and permits in place.

Vital Metals has reported exceptional rare earth element assay results at its Nechalacho project, revealing record grades and identifying six new exploration targets beyond the current resource. A 1000m drilling program is underway, supporting the project's district-scale potential.

AuMEGA Metals has successfully closed the first tranche of its upsized private placement, raising over C$5 million to advance its exploration projects in Newfoundland. A second tranche awaits shareholder approval, potentially boosting the company’s capital base further.

Black Bear Minerals has reported significant high-grade silver intercepts outside the existing Mineral Resource Estimate at its Shafter Silver Project in Texas, signalling potential for resource expansion and enhanced polymetallic value.

New Frontier Minerals has confirmed significant high-grade tungsten mineralisation at its Harts Range Project in the Northern Territory, complementing its rare earth focus and capitalising on a soaring tungsten market. Meanwhile, its Pomme Rare Earth Project in Quebec advances with promising metallurgical testing underway.

Prairie Lithium has kicked off full construction of its lithium extraction plant in Saskatchewan, deploying innovative prefabricated building methods and preparing to install the largest Direct Lithium Extraction equipment ever built. With 100% of initial output pre-sold, the company is poised to reshape the lithium market.

Advanced Braking Technology Ltd has reported a record half-year performance for 1H26, driven by strong demand for its SIBS Failsafe braking systems and progress in autonomous braking technology.

Peak Processing Limited has renewed and expanded its manufacturing agreement with Electric Brands, securing an expected annual production of approximately 1.4 million Sweet Justice cannabis beverage units. This deal reinforces Peak’s position in North America’s regulated cannabis beverage market and supports growth in Canada and the US.

ABx Group’s maiden mixed rare earth carbonate from Tasmania’s Deep Leads resource has been confirmed radiologically safe by ANSTO, with a second, higher-grade sample expected soon. The development could open doors to key international customers and reduce regulatory complexities.

Dreadnought Resources has agreed to acquire 12 tenements adjacent to its Mangaroon project, consolidating a significant rare earth mineralised strike and unlocking new potential for tungsten, copper, and gold in Western Australia.