Latest Ore Processing News

St Barbara Limited has successfully commissioned the MMD Sizer crusher at its Simberi operation, exceeding performance expectations and boosting SAG mill throughput. The company also appointed Phil Stephenson, a seasoned PNG mining executive, as Operations Advisor to steer operational improvements and strategic decisions.

Artemis Resources has clarified the permitting status of its Radio Hill processing plant and outlined the regulatory and operational steps required to resume processing activities, while granting Greentech Metals an exclusive option to assess copper ore feasibility.

Horizon Minerals has commenced processing the first ore from its Phillips Find Gold Project, marking a key milestone in its path to gold production. The joint venture with BML Ventures is progressing well, with mining operations already delivering substantial volumes.

European Metals Holdings Limited has clarified its recent Concept Study results for the Cinovec lithium project, retracting previous production targets while highlighting a potential increase in production capacity pending Definitive Feasibility Study confirmation.

Surefire Resources NL advances its flagship Victory Bore project with a formal Expression of Interest from Germany’s HMS Bergbau, while new gold and copper targets emerge at the Yidby Project following recent drilling successes.

Mindax Limited progresses its Mid-West Shared Infrastructure Project and seeks development partners for the Mt Forrest Iron Project, while securing a significant R&D tax incentive refund.

True North Copper has successfully recapitalised following voluntary administration, securing a strong balance sheet and pivoting to an aggressive exploration strategy at its key Queensland copper projects.

Aguia Resources has commenced underground mining at its Santa Barbara gold project and secured a key court victory for its Brazilian phosphate project, supported by a $1.5 million capital raise.

Vertex Minerals has completed construction and begun commissioning of its Gravity Gold plant at the Reward Gold Mine, supported by significant capital raises and strategic hires.

Northern Minerals reports a 15% increase in its Wolverine Deposit resource and secures $28 million in funding, advancing its Browns Range heavy rare earths project amid ongoing feasibility studies.

QEM Limited has marked significant progress in its Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project, securing key government approvals and raising $2.76 million to advance development and environmental studies.

Centrex Limited stabilises operations at Ardmore Mine, completes Australia’s first phosphate export to India, and launches a $10.4 million entitlement offer to fund expansion.