Latest Permitting News

Sarama Resources has formally filed a US$242 million damages claim against Burkina Faso following the expropriation of its Tankoro 2 Exploration Permit, marking a pivotal step in its international arbitration process.

Manhattan Corporation Ltd reports exceptional polymetallic assay results from its Hook Lake Project in Nunavut, revealing significant precious and base metal mineralisation across multiple prospects. The findings underscore the project's strategic potential in critical metals and precious metals exploration.

Black Dragon Gold has withdrawn its application to classify the Salave Gold Project as a Project of Strategic Interest in Asturias, Spain, planning a stronger resubmission backed by legal clarity and community support.

Medallion Metals has advanced its Ravensthorpe Gold Project to the final stage of environmental assessment under the EPBC Act, with a decision expected by December 2025. This milestone is crucial for progressing its sulphide production strategy alongside ongoing state permits and a proposed acquisition.

3D Energi has commenced drilling the Essington-1 well offshore Victoria, aiming to unlock a combined gross mean prospective gas resource of 262 billion cubic feet. This marks the start of a pivotal exploration phase in the Otway Basin to bolster Australia’s East Coast gas supply.

Resolution Minerals has confirmed a large, open-ended gold system at its Golden Gate prospect within the Horse Heaven Project, Idaho, with drill holes returning broad mineralised intervals from surface. The discovery aligns closely with nearby major deposits and sets the stage for accelerated exploration and development.

Bayan Mining and Minerals has refined its rare earth element targets at the Desert Star Projects in California through detailed geophysical surveys, setting the stage for imminent drilling. The company’s integrated approach highlights structural controls similar to the nearby Mountain Pass district, boosting confidence in the project’s potential.

Vulcan Energy has obtained the final permit to build its commercial Lithium Extraction Plant in Landau, Germany, marking a major milestone for its Phase One Lionheart Project. This integrated geothermal and lithium facility aims to supply sustainable lithium for half a million electric vehicles annually.

Moho Resources has identified a significant 1.4km by 250m gold anomaly at its Bush Chook Project in Western Australia, with plans to begin drilling as early as November 2025. This discovery, near AIM Mining’s Blue Spec deposit, marks a promising step in Moho’s exploration campaign.

Genmin Limited has made significant progress on its Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon, with PowerChina submitting competitive engineering and construction proposals and the company securing A$15 million in director-related loans during the quarter.

Strike Resources advances its high-grade Apurímac Iron Ore Project amid political upheaval in Peru, while its Lithium Energy stake pushes forward with key acquisitions and exploration despite ASX suspension.

Lodestar Minerals reports promising gold drilling results at Ned’s Creek, advances exploration in Chile, and announces a strategic acquisition of a US rare earth project.