Latest Operational Risk News

Brightstar Resources has unveiled a definitive feasibility study for its Laverton-Menzies gold projects, outlining a clear growth trajectory targeting 70,000 ounces annually over five years and aiming for 200,000 ounces by 2029.

Finder Energy has opened a new office in Dili to support its KTJ oil fields project, signalling a strategic push to embed local operations and partnerships in Timor-Leste.

Microba Life Sciences has announced a $14.5 million capital raising, including a $2 million fully underwritten Securities Purchase Plan (SPP) and a $12.5 million Placement, aimed at fast-tracking commercialisation of its microbiome diagnostic tests in Australia and the UK.

Boss Energy’s Alta Mesa Uranium Project in Texas is accelerating production with uranium extraction rates surpassing 3,000 pounds per day and ongoing wellfield expansion.

Xstate Resources Limited has announced a re-compliance capital raising to fund its acquisition of a 51% interest in the Diona Project in Queensland and the drilling of the Diona-1 well, aiming to resume ASX trading.

Adherium Limited has announced a partially underwritten entitlement offer aiming to raise approximately A$4.5 million through the issuance of new shares and options at a significant discount. The capital raise is designed to accelerate patient onboarding and product development for its respiratory monitoring technology.

Iron Road Ltd has entered a staged Farm-In and Joint Venture agreement with Red Tiger Resources to explore the promising EL6580 tenement in South Australia, targeting heavy mineral sands and other critical minerals. The deal includes a phased investment approach with potential to increase Iron Road’s stake to 70%.

Polymetals Resources has completed a major refurbishment of its Endeavor processing plant and begun producing saleable silver-lead and zinc concentrates, marking a key milestone in its operational ramp-up.

Virgin Australia Holdings Limited is set to list on the ASX, raising $685 million through a mix of new and existing shares, showcasing its transformation journey and strategic partnership with Qatar Airways.

Donaco International Limited has entered a binding acquisition scheme with On Nut Road Limited at A$0.045 per share, deemed fair and reasonable by an independent expert. The Board unanimously recommends shareholder approval ahead of the August 2025 vote.

MA Income Credit Trust (ASX, MA1) has launched a placement to raise nearly A$50 million, aiming to bolster its exposure to private credit through new unit issuance at a slight discount. The capital will fund investments across direct lending, asset-backed lending, and corporate lending segments.

Lithium Universe Limited has announced a $1.7 million capital raising via a two-tranche placement to fund the development of its Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Canada, alongside R&D initiatives and working capital needs.