Latest Pilot Plant Development News

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.

Lithium Energy Limited has secured unconditional shareholder approval for the amended sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project, with completion now staged over two tranches through January 2026. Meanwhile, the company prepares for the Axon Graphite spin-out IPO, navigating an ongoing ASX trading suspension due to operational thresholds.

ABx Group reports significant progress in its rare earths and bauxite ventures, including enhanced geological models and pilot plant developments supported by key partnerships and government backing.

Impact Minerals reports a maiden Measured Resource at its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina Project and secures $2.87 million in government funding to accelerate pilot plant development, while progressing exploration and IPO plans for other assets.

Sparc Technologies has committed to Stage 2 of its hydrogen joint venture, secured a pioneering patent in Morocco, and progressed graphene additive trials, signaling momentum in its clean energy and materials innovation.