Latest Plant Expansion News

Kingston Resources is embarking on a 25,000m drilling campaign at its Mineral Hill polymetallic mine, aiming to extend mine life and boost production with a plant expansion from 350ktpa to 700ktpa.

Vault Minerals is on track to meet FY26 production targets with a strong focus on expanding its King of the Hills operation and progressing a merger with Regis Resources, positioning itself as a senior gold producer.

Kingston Resources stops mining at Pearse South after a second geotechnical failure, pivoting to a major underground drilling program and launching a $11.6 million capital raise to underpin a long-term expansion at Mineral Hill.

Minbos Resources has drawn down the first US$4.8 million from its US$16 million loan facility with South Africa’s IDC, marking a key step forward for the Cabinda Phosphate Fertilizer Plant. The company has initiated orders for critical equipment and completed Phase-1 construction, with Phase-2 contracts expected soon.

Aura Energy has secured a strategic non-binding MOU with a major international nuclear utility, underpinning funding and technical collaboration for its Tiris Uranium Project in Mauritania. The company has locked in a robust processing flowsheet and aims for a Final Investment Decision by the end of 2026.

Advanced Energy Minerals (ASX:AEM) is ramping up its Cap-Chat high purity alumina production, targeting 3,000 tpa by mid-2026 and planning to double capacity to 6,000 tpa by 2029 amid a forecast supply deficit and surging demand.

Wildcat Resources is progressing its Definitive Feasibility Study for the Tabba Tabba lithium-tantalum project, targeting accelerated processing plant expansion and incorporating tantalum and petalite to boost project economics.

Advanced Energy Minerals is ramping up its Quebec high purity alumina plant to 3,000 tpa by mid-2026, with plans to double capacity to 6,000 tpa by 2029 amid a tightening global market and supply deficit.

Advanced Energy Minerals (ASX:AEM) is partnering with NeoCtech to pilot rare earth doped nano high purity alumina, backed by an $800,000 CAD Canadian government grant. The project targets strategic sectors including AI, robotics, and aerospace with sustainable, high-performance materials.

Evion Group has secured key approvals from Madagascar’s Ministry of Mines to convert exploration permits into mining permits for its Maniry Graphite Project, backed by significant EU funding and US trade initiatives. Meanwhile, its Indian joint venture progresses a major graphite plant expansion to meet growing demand.

Ramelius Resources reported solid March quarter gold production with higher costs driven by earlier commercial production at Dalgaranga, rising diesel prices, and increased royalties. The Mt Magnet plant upgrade advances while exploration highlights support future growth.

Aurelia Metals reported a strong March quarter with gold production rising to 13koz, upgraded FY26 guidance, and a new A$150 million financing deal that unlocks restricted cash and strengthens liquidity.