Latest Process Engineering News

Savannah Goldfields reports metallurgical test results showing over 70% gold recovery from sulphide ores at Electric Light and Red Dam, processed through the existing Georgetown plant. Historic data suggests flotation could boost recoveries above 94%, with further test work planned.

Tivan has produced 195 kg of acidgrade fluorspar at 98.6% CaF2 from its Speewah mini-pilot, exceeding the 97% market standard and setting the stage for a full pilot and offtake negotiations.

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.

St George Mining has secured Worley Engenharia Ltda as technical adviser to accelerate feasibility studies and project development at its Araxá Niobium-Rare Earths Project in Brazil, leveraging a highly experienced local team and strong government support.

Tennant Minerals has reported a significant diamond drilling intersection at its Bluebird discovery, revealing 19.7 metres of intense copper-gold-bismuth mineralisation and potential to more than double the resource footprint. The company also advances a feasibility study for a regional processing facility backed by government grants.

ABx Group has made significant strides in its rare earths and clean fluorine chemical projects, receiving high-purity product validation and advancing pilot plant construction, while progressing bauxite mining approvals across multiple states.

ABx Group’s ALCORE subsidiary has reached a key environmental milestone for its hydrogen fluoride pilot plant in Tasmania, progressing construction and expanding its engineering team ahead of commissioning in late 2026.

Theta Gold Mines has locked in a key manufacturing contract for its TGME Gold Project, securing critical equipment that keeps the project on track for commissioning in late 2026 and first gold production early next year.

FortifAI Limited reported a 51% revenue decline but a 70% reduction in net loss for H1 FY26, alongside completing a major AI technology acquisition and securing $5 million in fresh capital.

Tivan Limited has taken significant steps forward at its 100% owned Molyhil Tungsten Project, awarding major engineering contracts and preparing for a maiden drilling program aimed at expanding its resource base.

Accent Resources NL reports steady progress on its Magnetite Range Project pre-feasibility study, confirming high-grade magnetite concentrate, while maintaining stable gold resources at Norseman and holding nearly $10 million in cash.

FortifAI Limited has acquired FastAI and its cutting-edge Nol8 Technology, driving a 14.7% revenue increase and delivering positive net operating cash flow for the first time in Q2 FY26.