Latest Plant Commissioning News

Forrestania Resources has started transporting ore from its British Hill gold deposit to the Lake Johnston processing facility, moving closer to production as plant refurbishment advances. The company is also partnering with local authorities to upgrade regional infrastructure.

Hastings Technology Metals has secured a critical supply of African monazite concentrate to fuel its newly acquired hydromet plant in Thailand, aiming to start production by Q4 2026. This move positions Hastings closer to generating operational cash flow while expanding rare earths supply capacity.

Andromeda Metals faces uncertainty in securing cornerstone funding for its Great White Project due to Middle East geopolitical tensions, while pushing forward with its High Purity Alumina pilot plant commissioning.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has successfully produced around 20 tonnes of high-grade Magnesium Oxide from its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant, paving the way for magnesium metal production later this year.

Advanced Energy Minerals is ramping up production capacity at its Quebec plant, leveraging patented low-cost technology and renewable energy to meet booming global demand for high purity alumina.

Renascor Resources has completed construction of its Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration facility in Adelaide, marking a pivotal step towards commercialising its innovative HF-free purification process for battery anode materials.

Jupiter Mines Limited reported a 15.7% rise in profit after tax for HY2026, driven by its stake in the Tshipi manganese mine and a key joint venture deal with Exxaro Resources. The company navigates production challenges and market shifts while preparing for a dividend decision.

Zimplats Holdings Limited reported a remarkable half-year performance with revenue up 83% and profit before tax surging over 2,100%, driven by higher metal prices and operational gains. Capital projects and sustainability efforts remain on track amid a challenging Zimbabwean environment.

AIC Mines Limited reported robust half-year results for December 2025, boosted by higher copper and gold prices despite weather-related sales disruptions. The company’s Jericho project and Eloise plant expansion remain on track, underpinning growth prospects.

Fletcher Building reports a stable half-year performance despite subdued markets, advancing its strategic pivot with the announced sale of its Construction division.

Horizon Minerals unveils robust scoping study results for its Black Swan Project in WA, outlining a low-capital, high-return gold development targeting 102,000 ounces annually. The company launches a $175 million placement to fund construction and advance operations toward mid-2027 commissioning.

Alligator Energy has completed commissioning of its Samphire pilot plant and is set to begin a four-month uranium field recovery trial, signalling a key step towards project development.