Latest Ore Sorting Technology News

Tivan Limited has made significant progress on its Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia, completing a major drilling phase and advancing its Feasibility Study, now scheduled for completion in February 2026. The project aims to produce acidgrade fluorspar for global markets, supported by strong joint venture partnerships and strategic financing.

Elementos Limited reports significant tungsten grade and recovery improvements at its Cleveland Project in Tasmania, driven by successful XRT ore sorting tests amid soaring tungsten prices.

Tartana Minerals reports a significant new gold resource estimate at Cardross alongside robust copper sulphate sales and strategic board changes, positioning itself as a rising copper-gold producer in Far North Queensland.

Caspin Resources has announced a maiden inferred tin resource at its Kelpie Deposit within the Bygoo Tin Project, alongside securing an option to earn 80% of the promising Weethalle Gold Project. A recent $4.6 million capital raise positions the company well for upcoming exploration.

Tartana Minerals has announced a maiden inferred gold resource of over 500,000 ounces at its Cardross project, pushing its combined gold resources with Mountain Maid beyond 1 million ounces. The company is exploring processing upgrades to unlock further value from copper and silver credits.

Pilbara Minerals has delivered a robust start to FY26, boosting lithium production and revenue while cutting unit costs at its Pilgangoora operation. The company also advances key growth projects amid a volatile lithium market.

Tivan Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals portfolio, establishing a key joint venture, acquiring the Molyhil Project, raising $15 million, and commencing drilling at Sandover. These developments underscore its growing role in Australia’s strategic minerals sector.

Sky Metals has reported upgraded assay results from its Tallebung Tin Project in NSW, revealing multiple new shallow, high-grade tin and silver mineralisation zones. A major drilling campaign of over 100 holes is poised to begin imminently, aiming to expand and upgrade the resource.

Caspin Resources has released its maiden inferred tin resource estimate for the Kelpie Deposit at the Bygoo Tin Project, revealing a high-grade deposit with significant upside potential. The company also outlined a large exploration target that could more than double the current resource.

Tivan Limited reports outstanding metallurgical test results for its Speewah Fluorite Project, achieving acidgrade fluorite purity exceeding industry standards and unveiling promising ore sorting technology that could reshape project economics.

EQ Resources has successfully commissioned a third XRT ore sorter at its Saloro tungsten operation, increasing sorting capacity by 50% and improving processing efficiency. An updated ore reserve estimate is expected in early Q4 2025, reflecting operational gains and stronger tungsten prices.

Pilbara Minerals reported a 4% rise in spodumene production and a 7% increase in sales for FY25 despite a 43% plunge in lithium prices, resulting in a statutory loss but maintaining robust cash reserves.