Latest Operational Readiness News

Maritana Minerals has confirmed robust economics and high-grade drilling results at its Black Swan gold project near Kalgoorlie, backed by a $175 million capital raise and a $35 million asset divestment.

Galilee Energy has transformed its Zydeco Gas Project in Louisiana into a drill-ready asset, aiming for a Q2 2026 spud and first production within six months of success.

Kingston Resources has brought forward copper concentrate production at Mineral Hill by a quarter, successfully trialing underground ore processing and advancing its multi-commodity strategy.

Proteomics International is pivoting from research to disciplined commercial execution of its proteomics-based diagnostic tests, focusing on distributor partnerships and reimbursement pathways in Australia and the US.

Vanadium Resources (ASX: VR8) has signed a non-binding offtake term sheet with U.S. Vanadium for 100% of vanadium slag from its Steelpoortdrift V-Iron Plant, while appointing Rand Merchant Bank to secure project financing.

Santana Minerals advanced its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project in New Zealand with a confirmed consent decision date, major equipment agreements, and a substantial capital raise, setting the stage for development.

Raiden Resources is pushing forward with its Crixás Gold Tailings Project in Brazil, planning a 1,000m drilling program to establish a JORC Mineral Resource Estimate and aiming for a Final Investment Decision with less than A$1 million in preliminary costs. Meanwhile, exploration at its Vuzel Gold Project in Bulgaria progresses with permitting for a silver anomaly drill program.

Loyal Metals Ltd has entered a binding scheme implementation deed with Indonesia’s PT Bumi Resources Tbk to sell all shares for A$0.45 each, valuing the company at approximately A$79.1 million. The transaction offers shareholders an immediate cash premium of over 40% and is supported by Loyal’s board and major shareholders.

Broken Hill Mines (ASX: BHM) reported a strong March quarter with a 29% ore grade increase and a 52% jump in silver output, driven by ramp-up at Rasp Mine and advancing Pinnacles development. Operational cashflow rose 45% to A$2.4m amid cost reductions and a strategic partnership with Kingfisher Mining.

Medallion Metals is advancing plans to refurbish the Cosmic Boy Concentrator at Forrestania, aiming to accelerate gold production and generate near-term cashflow before its Ravensthorpe ore processing begins.

PLS Group delivered a record 232.4kt spodumene concentrate production in March 2026, lifted revenue 52% to A$567 million on soaring lithium prices, and strengthened its balance sheet with a US$600 million senior notes issuance.

Fenix Resources shipped 974,000 tonnes of iron ore in March quarter at a low A$70/wmt cash cost despite cyclone disruptions and diesel supply constraints, boosting cash to A$86.3 million and advancing key projects.