Latest Permitting And Regulatory News

BPH Energy’s June quarter update highlights ongoing legal proceedings over the PEP-11 permit, promising progress in AI-driven brain monitoring technology, and strategic moves toward hydrogen production facilities, supported by a robust cash reserve.

Cooper Metals Limited reports steady progress across its copper-gold exploration portfolio in Queensland and Western Australia, underpinned by a solid cash position and advancing regulatory approvals.

Nordic Resources has expanded its gold inventory by 34%, adding 264,000 ounces from its newly updated Hirsikangas project in Finland, lifting total resources to 1.23 million ounces gold equivalent.

Talga Group has cleared the last regulatory hurdle for its Nunasvaara South graphite mine in Sweden, paving the way for production of battery anode materials critical to the green transition.

Pure Hydrogen Corporation has secured a 15-year Potential Commercial Area approval and extended its ATP 927 permit for the Windorah Gas Project, marking a critical regulatory milestone ahead of its planned spinout.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has confirmed an ultra-high-grade rare earth deposit at its Sulista Project in Brazil, highlighted by exceptional drill results and a new Outcrop Ridge discovery signaling district-scale potential.

Predictive Discovery faces revocation of key exploration permits in Guinea but retains critical Bankan project permits, with exploitation application progressing through regulatory channels.

Equatorial Resources Limited has refuted media reports claiming the Guinea government cancelled its Nimba Alliance iron ore exploration permits, stating no formal communication has been received and that it is actively seeking clarity.

DMC Mining confirms its exploration permits in Guinea remain unaffected amid a government crackdown on non-compliant mining licences. The company welcomes regulatory reforms aimed at boosting investor confidence and is poised to start exploration once permits are granted.

Infinity Lithium Corporation has withdrawn from Spain’s PERTE VEC IIa capital funding program, opting to return nearly €20 million due to prolonged permitting and regulatory hurdles.

Korea National Oil Corporation is set to acquire a 29% stake in the Otway Basin joint venture with 3D Energi and ConocoPhillips, strengthening the exploration push for East Coast Australia’s gas supply.

Pilot Energy has significantly upgraded its WA-481P gas and oil prospective resources, completed a board renewal, and secured $7.4 million in capital, while progressing the acquisition of the Cliff Head Oil Joint Venture and attracting foreign investment interest in its carbon storage project.