Latest Ore Processing News

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) has delivered strong diamond drilling results at its Blackjack Mine, Queensland, confirming and exceeding previous gold grades. Mining has resumed with ore processing underway, supported by new infrastructure and ongoing development.

Infinity Mining has broadened its alliance with Orivium Global to integrate e-Waste processing with ore recovery at its Cangai project, aiming for near-term revenue via a capital-light plant design.

St Barbara Limited forecasts a sharp rise in gold production to 191 koz by FY30, driven by the New Simberi expansion, Touquoy Restart, and 15-Mile Processing Hub. The company is well-capitalised with over A$500 million in cash and committed capital expenditure plans.

Kingfisher Mining has resumed reverse circulation drilling at its Copper Blow project near Broken Hill, targeting extensions of high-grade copper-gold mineralisation to support a maiden resource estimate. The program follows a strategic processing agreement with Broken Hill Mines, underpinning development plans.

Beacon Minerals produced 5,419 ounces of gold in Q1 2026 amid operational shifts at Jaurdi, completed key asset sales to Forrestania, and set a June quarter production target of 5,000 to 6,000 ounces.

Legacy Iron Ore has boosted its Mt Celia gold resource by over half, now holding 390,150 ounces, underpinning its ongoing heap leach pre-feasibility study and signaling potential for further growth.

Mindax Limited pushes forward its vision for a Mid-West iron ore processing hub with metallurgical testing and strategic investments, while managing a cash runway under one quarter and preparing further capital raises.

Black Cat Syndicate has fully transitioned its Lakewood facility to process ore exclusively from its Fingals and Majestic mines, supported by a $20 million expansion plan to increase capacity and operational flexibility.

St Barbara has secured key environmental approvals to restart its Touquoy gold processing facility in Nova Scotia, targeting ore processing by the end of 2026. The project aims to produce 38,000 ounces of gold over 13 months, generating significant cash flow and local economic benefits.

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) is fast-tracking the deployment of the world’s first large-scale, fully integrated green energy grid dedicated to heavy industry, aiming to eliminate diesel use across its Pilbara operations by early 2027 and full completion by 2028.

Sandfire Resources reported a Q3 FY26 copper equivalent production of 34.5kt, bringing nine-month production to 106.5kt. Despite operational challenges, the group maintains its FY26 guidance but now expects to deliver in the lower half of the range, alongside a $15 million reduction in capital expenditure.

Macarthur Minerals Limited (ASX:MIO) has completed a placement issuing 50 million shares and 25 million options, introducing Destec Holdings Pty Ltd as a new major shareholder. The funds will support tenement maintenance, working capital, and project advancement at the Lake Giles Iron Project.