Latest Pilot Plant News

Firebird Metals Limited has secured preliminary design approval for its battery-grade manganese sulphate plant in China and forged a strategic partnership to develop LMFP cathode materials, marking significant progress in its EV battery ambitions.

Besra Gold Inc. reports a robust cash position of A$23.2 million, supporting the expanded Jugan Bankable Feasibility Study that now includes a hybrid open-pit and underground mining approach. The renewal of the Jugan mining lease remains pending but progress continues with key metallurgical and geotechnical work underway.

American Rare Earths advances its Halleck Creek Project with record high-grade drilling results, a strategic collaboration with BMO Capital Markets, and a significant state grant, reinforcing its role in securing the U.S. rare earth supply chain.

ACDC Metals has reported a substantial upgrade to its Goschen Central Project, increasing mineral resource tonnes by over 60% and enhancing rare earth element grades, supported by Victorian government initiatives.

Centaurus Metals reports significant progress in its Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project, delivering a high-grade nickel concentrate and advancing mine optimisation, while also making strides in copper and iron ore projects in Brazil.

Sky Metals has reported strong progress at its Tallebung tin project, completing surface trenching and initiating bulk sampling to validate resource estimates and optimise metallurgical processes. A recent $6 million capital raise will fund expanded drilling and development studies, positioning the company for near-term growth.

Aguia Resources has successfully poured its first gold and silver from the Santa Barbara high-grade project in Colombia, marking a rapid operational milestone following its acquisition of Andean Mining.

Delta Lithium reports robust December quarter results with significant gold drilling successes at Mt Ida and progress on lithium development at Yinnetharra, alongside strategic leadership changes and asset sales.

Everest Metals Corporation reports successful commissioning of its Gekko Gravity Gold Processing Plant at the Revere Gold Project, alongside significant rubidium recovery at Mt Edon and a mining proposal submission for Mt Dimer. The company is well-positioned financially to advance exploration and production activities.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has delivered a maiden Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate product with exceptional recovery rates, alongside a substantial resource upgrade at its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil.

Altech Batteries Limited has made significant strides in funding and technology for its CERENERGY® battery project, including a $4 million capital raise and a breakthrough 55% increase in lithium-ion battery anode energy density.

Critical Minerals Group (CMG) has secured a $2.7 million federal grant to fast-track its vanadium electrolyte manufacturing facility in Queensland, alongside key project milestones and strategic leadership appointments.