Latest Operational Improvements News

Yancoal's June quarter saw a 20% jump in attributable saleable coal production to 10.8 million tonnes, supported by rising realised coal prices and operational improvements. The company advances its strategic growth with the pending acquisition of an 80% stake in the Kestrel Coal Mine, while planning to close Ashton mine by early 2028.

St Barbara Limited reported an 8% increase in gold production for Q4 FY26, with attributable output from New Simberi Gold beating previous guidance. The company maintains a robust balance sheet with A$509 million in cash, bullion, and listed investments, while remaining debt-free.

Perseus Mining is ramping up underground production and expanding its resource base at the Yaouré Gold Mine in Côte d’Ivoire, supported by a $34 million FY27 drilling program aimed at extending mine life and boosting mineral resources.

Lotus Resources has completed key acid plant repairs at its Kayelekera uranium mine, targeting production restart in early August 2026 and steady-state output by late year. The company also formalised a binding commitment with Mercuria for a US$30 million prepayment facility amid ongoing funding negotiations.

BHP delivered record iron ore volumes and stable copper production of around 2 million tonnes in FY26, underpinned by disciplined cost control and a robust growth pipeline including the Ministers North project.

Locality Planning Energy Holdings (ASX: LPE) has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares to finalise details of a material contract announcement, with trading expected to resume by 16 July 2026.

Alfabs Australia has strengthened its financial footing in Q4 FY26, commissioning new mining equipment and cutting costs to reduce net debt and progress towards dividend reinstatement.

Freehill Mining’s aggregates business posted a record $1.36 million in quarterly sales, up 47% from the prior quarter, driven by plant improvements and a broadening customer base. June alone saw a record $496,000 in sales, underpinning the company’s copper project ambitions.

Amplitude Energy reported record FY26 production of 27.6 PJe and revenue of $285.8 million, boosted by strong gas prices and operational gains. The company’s East Coast Supply Project (ECSP) progresses with the Artisan gas field acquisition and upcoming drilling at Juliet and Annie wells.

Aeris Resources reported FY26 copper equivalent production of 42.1kt and gold output of 49koz, both comfortably within guidance, while ending the year with a robust cash and receivables balance of $202.3 million.

EQ Resources reported FY26 tungsten production of 1,189 tonnes WO3 and is advancing major expansion projects at its Mt Carbine and Barruecopardo mines to more than triple output amid tightening global supply.

Group 6 Metals set a new quarterly record processing 77,953 tonnes at its Dolphin Tungsten Mine, producing 21,297 MTUs of tungsten concentrate despite lower feed grades. The company strengthened its cash position to $49.5 million and commenced underground mining, aiming to improve grades and recovery in coming quarters.