Latest Operational Readiness News

Sumitomo Corporation's subsidiary has gained crucial Foreign Investment Review Board approval to invest in Tivan Limited's Speewah Fluorite Project, paving the way for a significant joint venture.

Catalyst Metals reports positive infill drilling results at its Trident Gold Project, confirming expected mineralisation and enabling development to commence with first ore targeted in late 2025.

Western Gold Resources has signed a binding toll milling agreement with Wiluna Mining Corporation, fast-tracking production at its Gold Duke Project. With full mining approvals and a preferred contractor in place, the company is poised to capitalise on soaring gold prices.

Aguia Resources has landed a A$4 million loan offer from Brazil’s Southern Development Bank to fund the initial phase of its Tres Estradas phosphate project, enabling production to commence by early 2026 with plans for rapid expansion.

Mayur Resources has marked significant progress at its Central Lime Project in Papua New Guinea, completing key wharf infrastructure and ordering essential construction equipment ahead of major build phases.

Vanadium Resources Limited has signed a non-binding MoU with China Precious Asia Limited to supply 1.2 million tonnes per annum of vanadium-rich magnetite ore, marking a strategic step toward near-term production and early cashflow generation from its Steelpoortdrift project.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering’s Heyday subsidiary has landed over $70 million in new project awards, including critical infrastructure works at Western Sydney Airport and a major Sydney data centre.

Melody Gold has exercised its option to process gold surface materials at Horseshoe Metals’ Horseshoe Lights project, initiating a three-year exclusive licence that promises early cash flow to accelerate copper development.

IperionX has secured its first U.S. Army task order worth $1.3 million under a $99 million SBIR Phase III contract, marking a significant step in reshoring titanium production for U.S. defense needs.

Matsa Resources has kicked off mining operations at its Devon Pit Gold Mine, with first ore expected to be stockpiled this month and processing set for September. The project is progressing on schedule, supported by key infrastructure and strategic partnerships.

Develop Global has commenced concentrate production and cashflow at its Woodlawn copper/zinc mine, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to become a leading ASX copper and base metals company.

GR Engineering has won a $79 million contract variation to advance the King of the Hills processing plant upgrade, pushing total project value to $155 million and increasing throughput capacity significantly.