Latest Pilot Production News

Lode Resources is progressing its high-grade silver, antimony, gold, and tin projects in Tasmania and New South Wales, highlighted by robust drilling results and promising metallurgical tests. The company is advancing towards resource estimation and pilot production at Montezuma while expanding exploration across multiple targets.

Beetaloo Energy has secured key regulatory approvals and approved the Final Investment Decision for its Carpentaria Pilot Project, setting the stage for first gas sales from EP187 in late 2026.

Nanollose has advanced its largest pilot production of Nullarbor™ fibre, integrating a refined microbial cellulose process that promises easier adoption by textile manufacturers. The company also bolstered its intellectual property portfolio and secured additional funding post-quarter.

Kinetiko Energy has secured approval to trade on the North American OTCQB Market, aiming to boost investor access and liquidity as it advances its South African gas projects.

MRG Metals has completed the acquisition of the Garies Rare Earth Project, a high-grade, magnet-rich rare earth asset in South Africa, significantly boosting its critical minerals portfolio. The deal positions MRG for rapid development with a clear pathway to early cashflow and complements its existing projects in Mozambique and the Adriano–Fotinho corridor.

Impact Minerals’ associate Alluminous has teamed up with US battery innovator C4V to fast-track the commercialisation of its HiPurA® high purity alumina for advanced battery applications, marking a key step in its vertically integrated strategy.

Beetaloo Energy has received a groundbreaking approval from the Northern Territory Government, enabling pilot gas production and sales from EP187 and advancing construction of the Carpentaria Gas Plant.

Gale Pacific’s FY25 results show resilience amid tariff challenges, with strategic manufacturing diversification and brand refresh underway to drive future growth.

Independent testing by UNSW confirms Green Critical Minerals’ Very High Density (VHD) technology outperforms copper and aluminium in thermal conductivity and diffusivity, positioning it as a breakthrough in thermal management.

Li-S Energy has accelerated its transition from research to manufacturing with a $7.8 million ARENA grant, new commercial partnerships, and plans for a large-scale production facility.

MyEco Group reveals a strategic pivot towards expanding its MyEco branded products, achieving a 9% sales increase in FY25, and implementing a $2.5 million cost-saving operational restructure aimed at EBITDA breakeven in FY26.

Nanollose Limited has made significant progress in microbial cellulose production, enabling direct integration into lyocell fibre manufacturing, while securing $750,000 in funding through option exercises by Fiftyone Capital.