Latest Pilot Plant Development News

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) confirms Sulista West as an ultra high-grade rare earth project with exceptional drill results and reports metallurgical breakthroughs at Monte Alto, underpinning its integrated supply chain ambitions.

BCI Minerals reports solid progress on its Mardie Salt Operation with 69% construction complete and commissioning of the first crystallisers, advancing towards first salt shipment by late 2026.

Meteoric Resources has released a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Caldeira rare earths project in Brazil, highlighting a low-cost, long-life deposit with strong government backing and a targeted production start in 2028.

EV Resources reports strong initial mineralogical results from its Los Lirios antimony project in Mexico, highlighting high-grade samples and plans for a pilot plant to fast-track production.

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary updates on the status of its $7.58 million Federal Government grant, revealing repayment negotiations while advancing its innovative pilot plant in Tasmania.

Meteoric Resources has partnered with MTM Critical Metals to apply innovative Flash Joule Heating technology, significantly upgrading the value of rare earth elements from its Brazilian Caldeira Project. This collaboration aims to create a scalable supply of critical magnetic rare earths for Western industries.

EV Resources Limited has finalized its acquisition of a 70% interest in the Los Lirios Antimony Mine in Oaxaca, Mexico, marking a strategic move to bolster critical mineral supply in the Americas. The company is advancing ore testing and plans to develop processing capabilities aligned with local community priorities.

Nanollose Limited has appointed Andrew Moullin as its new CEO and Managing Director, aiming to leverage his extensive commercial expertise to fast-track the company’s microbial cellulose technology towards market readiness.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has secured a strategic partnership with SENAI CIMATEC to co-develop a rare earths laboratory and pilot plant in Bahia, Brazil, backed by significant funding and aimed at advancing processing capabilities ahead of production.

Lithium Energy Limited has received over US$33 million from the partial sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project and acquired a 100% stake in the Capricorn Gold-Copper Belt Project, positioning itself for a strategic turnaround amid ASX suspension.

ABx Group Limited reports significant progress in rare earths exploration in Tasmania, ALCORE fluorine recycling pilot plant development, and bauxite project advancements, positioning itself amid tightening global supply chains.

Iondrive Limited confirms strong financial metrics for its proprietary DES battery recycling technology, progressing pilot plant development and divesting exploration assets to sharpen focus on commercialisation.