Latest Operational Readiness News

Patriot Resources is set to begin a 6,250-metre reverse circulation drilling program at its Katwaro copper-gold project in Zambia, aiming to extend high-grade mineralisation along an 8km strike. The campaign targets promising zones identified in previous sampling and mapping.

Anteris Technologies has submitted its FDA Investigational Device Exemption for the pivotal PARADIGM Trial of its DurAVR heart valve and marked a milestone of 100 patients treated, while expanding manufacturing capacity amid rising R&D costs.

Tamboran Resources has raised US$55.4 million through a private placement to fund critical drilling activities in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming for first gas production by mid-2026.

Lindian Resources reports strong progress on its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi, securing multiple financing proposals and advancing construction ahead of schedule. The company targets production in 2026 amid growing global demand for critical minerals.

West African Resources has commenced mining and crushing at its Kiaka Gold Project in Burkina Faso, maintaining its schedule and budget for first gold production in the third quarter of 2025. The project’s progress signals a significant boost to the company’s annual gold output.

Althea Group Holdings has agreed to sell its pharmaceutical assets to Tasmanian Botanics, enabling a strategic pivot towards the booming North American THC-infused beverage market.

Lefroy Exploration has kicked off a major grade control drilling campaign at its Lucky Strike Gold Project, fully funded by partner BML Ventures, aiming to underpin mining operations slated for the second half of 2025.

Truscott Mining Corporation’s March 2025 report reveals advancing structural geology insights and robust funding underpinning expanded exploration at Tennant Creek’s Westminster project.

Larvotto Resources has completed key technical work on its Hillgrove DFS, incorporating a shift to dry tailings storage and capitalising on record gold and antimony prices, while exploration drilling delivers high-grade intercepts and the company strengthens its operational base.

New Murchison Gold Limited reports breakthrough ultra-high grade gold intercepts at Crown Prince alongside a robust feasibility study and strong funding position, setting the stage for mid-2025 mining commencement.

Avenira Limited is advancing its Wonarah Phosphate Project with site mobilisation planned for mid-2025, backed by a $7.567 million capital injection from major shareholder Sichuan Hebang Technology. Operational milestones and regulatory approvals are progressing, positioning the company for first ore shipment in Q4.

Southern Hemisphere Mining has extended the strike of its Cerro-Ferro copper system by 15% to 2.2km and confirmed strong geophysical correlations at Llahuin, setting the stage for deep drilling to test new targets.