Latest Pilbara Mining News

Macro Metals’ subsidiary Macro Mining Services has landed an exclusive 36-month mining services contract with Metal Logic, supporting the rollout of innovative modular smelting technology in the East Pilbara. The first work package at Poondano Mine is set to start mid-2026, promising regional economic and Indigenous engagement benefits.

GreenTech Metals has consolidated a dominant West Pilbara position by acquiring 70% of the Munni Munni PGE-Cu-Ni Project and completed a cost-saving Phase 1 drilling and historic core resampling program. Early data hints at significant resource expansion ahead of a JORC 2012 upgrade.

West Coast Silver’s recent aircore drilling at Elizabeth Hill has confirmed and extended high-grade silver mineralisation beyond historic mine areas, revealing promising near-surface targets and new base metal prospects.

GreenTech Metals has appointed James Rattenbury as CEO to spearhead development of its Munni Munni platinum group metals project, signalling a strategic push in the West Pilbara mining hub.

Marquee Resources Limited is advancing its early-stage gold exploration at Mt Clement, Western Australia, highlighted by standout rock-chip results at the Black Adder prospect. The company plans a focused, low-cost program in 2026 to validate targets and progress towards drilling.

Vysarn Limited has reported record FY25 profits and is aiming for a 33% NPBT increase in FY26, driven by acquisitions and progress on the Kariyarra Water Scheme. The company is expanding its national footprint amid growing water demand in mining and infrastructure sectors.

MLG Oz Limited has extended its contract with Rio Tinto at the Western Turner Syncline Mine by three months, adding approximately $5 million in revenue through March 2026.

Kairos Minerals has finalized a pivotal mineral rights agreement with Pilbara Minerals, granting it extensive rights over key Pilbara licences and setting the stage for a significant drilling campaign to expand its Mt York gold resource.

Monadelphous Group Limited has secured $220 million in new construction contracts in Western Australia's Pilbara region, partnering with mining giants BHP and Fortescue. These projects underscore the company's growing footprint in resource sector infrastructure and decarbonisation efforts.

Mantle Minerals has agreed to sell its Mt Roe gold project subsidiary for $13.5 million, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy. The company also secured a government drilling grant for its Mt Berghaus project and raised $250,000 to support ongoing operations.

Rio Tinto has appointed Simon Trott as its new Chief Executive, effective August 25, 2025, marking a leadership transition focused on operational excellence and shareholder value.

MLG Oz Limited has secured its first contract with mining giant Rio Tinto, marking a significant expansion into the Pilbara region with a $20 million haulage and site services deal.