Latest Plant Construction News

Beetaloo Energy has completed the largest hydraulic fracture stimulation in Australian history at its Carpentaria-5H well, advancing its pilot project and gas plant construction amid pending regulatory approvals.

American Rare Earths reports key technical breakthroughs and strong funding progress at its Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project, positioning it as a vital domestic source for the US rare earths supply chain.

Iluka Resources reported steady Q3 production but announced suspension of synthetic rutile and Cataby mine operations from December 2025, aiming for significant cost savings. Meanwhile, rare earths refinery construction accelerates amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Matsa Resources has officially commenced gold production at its Devon Pit Gold Mine, marking a pivotal step in its Lake Carey Gold Project. The company also advances its AngloGold Option Agreement and outlines ambitious exploration and development plans.

Cobre Limited has secured Environmental Impact Assessment approval for its In-Situ Copper Recovery pilot plant in Botswana, marking a pivotal step towards project development.

Everest Metals has signed a strategic MOU with Arlington Innovation Partners to access U.S. government non-dilutive funding and partnerships, advancing its Mt Edon critical minerals project focused on rubidium and lithium.

Alligator Energy has begun construction of its Samphire Project Field Recovery Trial near Whyalla, marking a key step towards uranium production amid a strengthening market.

Kinetiko Energy's latest gas flow test at well 271-KA03PT06 in South Africa delivers record extended flow rates, significantly boosting the commercial outlook for its Brakfontein gas cluster.

Capricorn Metals maintains a robust 4.0 million ounce gold reserve as of June 2025, with significant drilling success at Mt Gibson and ongoing updates planned for both Mt Gibson and Karlawinda projects in FY26.

Meteoric Resources has obtained crucial environmental consent to operate within the sensitive buffer zone of the Serra da Pedra Branca sanctuary, clearing a major hurdle for its Caldeira Rare Earth Project in Brazil.

Podium Minerals has launched a A$12 million capital raising to accelerate development at its Parks Reef platinum group metals project, following a key metallurgical breakthrough and resource upgrades.

Critica Limited reports strong preliminary beneficiation results from its Jupiter rare earths project, achieving consistent ~95% mass rejection and a 6–10x uplift in rare earth grades. A closed-circuit pilot plant is now under construction to optimise recovery and advance product development.