Latest Plant Commissioning News

Renascor Resources' cost study estimates its hydrofluoric acid-free purification method can produce battery-grade graphite at about US$459 per tonne, positioning it as a competitive ex-China alternative to conventional HF-based processes.

OzAurum Resources reports strong metallurgical results from heap leach column tests at Mulgabbie North, confirming a low-cost production route with high gold recoveries and advancing plant commissioning despite minor delays.

New Talisman Gold Mines commissioned its processing plant and secured commercial offtakes while reporting a $2.26 million net loss in FY26. The company is refocusing on geological modelling and targeted drilling to boost resource confidence and production.

Theta Gold Mines has secured US$18.6 million via placement and options exercise, completing equity funding for its US$90 million bond and advancing the TGME Gold Mine towards first production in early 2027.

Forrestania Resources is set to acquire Ramelius Resources’ Edna May Gold Hub for A$300 million, aiming to restart the 2.9Mtpa Edna May mill by mid-2027 and expand its processing capacity.

Lotus Resources has halted production at its Kayelekera uranium mine due to acid supply interruptions linked to Middle East geopolitics and acid plant issues, while advancing export permits and pursuing new funding arrangements.

Andromeda Metals has started commissioning its High Purity Alumina pilot plant, aiming to produce commercial-grade 4N HPA samples in the second half of 2026 for customer qualification. The pilot plant will also explore value from by-products like amorphous silica and gallium, adding potential upside to the project.

Aguia Resources has successfully commissioned its Caçapava do Sul plant, raising Pampafós phosphate fertilizer capacity to over 200,000 tonnes per annum and launching commercial sales in Southern Brazil.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) is demerging its Amargosa Bauxite-Gallium Project into Alurion Resources, with eligible shareholders receiving in-specie shares and access to a $30-50 million IPO.

Theta Gold Mines has locked in a fully subscribed US$90 million senior secured bond to complete the TGME Gold Mine Project in South Africa, targeting first gold production in early 2027.

New Talisman Gold Mines boosted revenue by 121% to NZ$53,000 but posted a $2.26 million net loss as it commissioned a processing plant and secured key commercial agreements.

Galan Lithium has finished commissioning at its Hombre Muerto West project in Argentina, processing its first lithium chloride and aiming for product sales in the second half of 2026. The company is also preparing to expand production capacity by 30% in early 2027.