Latest Ore Reserve News

Burgundy Diamond Mines has released its 2024 Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves update for the Ekati diamond mine, showing minor depletion consistent with active mining operations. The report underscores the mine’s continued operational strength and adherence to industry standards.

Brightstar Resources is accelerating development of its Sandstone Gold Project with a fully funded 80,000m drilling campaign and a Pre-Feasibility Study targeted for first half 2026. The company aims to establish a new long-life gold production hub in Western Australia, aspiring to produce over 200,000 ounces annually within five years.

St Barbara Limited confirms a robust Simberi Expansion Project with a 13-year life of mine plan delivering 2.2 million ounces of gold and annual production exceeding 220,000 ounces from FY28. The project’s strong economics and infrastructure upgrades position it as a significant growth driver amid regulatory uncertainties.

Regis Resources reported a robust March quarter with steady gold production and early repayment of its $300 million term loan, reinforcing its financial flexibility. The company also updated Tropicana’s Ore Reserves and advanced underground growth projects while navigating ongoing legal challenges at McPhillamys.

Grange Resources reported a solid Q1 2025 with a flawless safety record, improved iron ore prices, and strategic progress on key projects despite planned maintenance impacting output and costs.

Kaiser Reef Limited has announced a transformative acquisition of the Henty Gold Mine from Catalyst Metals, alongside a substantial capital raise and operational advancements, positioning the company for significant growth in gold production.

Elementos Limited has delivered a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Oropesa Tin Project in Spain, secured key partnerships, and commenced new drilling at its Cleveland Project in Tasmania, all against a backdrop of rising tin prices driven by global supply disruptions.

Delta Lithium has announced a substantial 46% increase in the gold resource at its Mt Ida Project, now exceeding 1.1 million ounces, alongside plans to spin off its gold assets into a new ASX-listed entity, Ballard Mining.

AKORA Resources has confirmed a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar, highlighting strong financial metrics and government support that pave the way for a 2Mtpa direct shipping ore operation.

Emerald Resources NL reported a solid March quarter with 19.1Koz gold production at Okvau, full debt repayment, and significant resource expansions at its Cambodian and Australian projects.

AIC Mines reported solid copper production at Eloise with significant resource upgrades at both Eloise and Jericho, despite weather-related shipment delays. The company is progressing its processing plant expansion with a contract award expected soon.

Cavalier Resources has extended its non-binding $11 million US stream finance term sheet with Raptor International, aiming to fully fund the development of the Crawford Gold Project Stage 1 open pit and near-mine drilling. A revised Pre-Feasibility Study underscores strong project economics with a 580% IRR and a 9-month payback period.