Latest Process Optimisation News

Brazilian Critical Minerals has reported sustained high-grade rare earth element recovery from its in-situ recovery trials at the Ema Project, with pregnant leach solution grades exceeding 5,700 ppm TREO and strong magnet rare earth oxide content.

St George Mining has formed a strategic alliance with US-based REAlloys Inc to advance the commercialisation of rare earths from the Araxá Project in Brazil, positioning itself within the growing US rare earths supply chain.

Ardea Resources updates on the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project’s Goongarrie Hub, announcing a delay in the Definitive Feasibility Study completion to early 2026 while highlighting ongoing technical advances and strong JV collaboration.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has reported exceptional in-situ recovery results at its Ema project, achieving rare earth leaching grades over 14 times higher than the natural mineralised levels. These breakthrough findings mark a significant step towards commercial production.

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium production and sales in FY25 but reported a $382 million loss due to asset impairments amid falling lithium prices. The company is poised for transformation with its imminent merger with Piedmont Lithium.

Everest Metals has received $150,000 from the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia to advance rubidium extraction at its Mt Edon project, aiming to establish Australia’s first commercial rubidium industry and reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

Kingsland Minerals has achieved a major milestone with 99.97% purified spherical graphite from its Leliyn project, positioning itself as a key supplier for EV battery materials. The company is advancing processing optimisation and preparing for a September scoping study.

Impact Minerals’ 50%-owned Alluminous Pty Ltd advances its proprietary HiPurA® High Purity Alumina technology with new leadership and pilot plant commissioning, attracting strong customer interest.

Pure Resources reaffirms exceptional metallurgical results at its Garnet Hills Project, achieving garnet grades up to 98% through sustainable processing. The company is now scaling up testing and forging strategic collaborations in the US to unlock downstream rare earth opportunities.

EcoGraf Limited has been granted its first Australian patent for its innovative HFfree® purification technology, reinforcing its position in the battery anode materials market. This milestone follows a recent breakthrough that cut purification costs by 25%, boosting the commercial potential of its purification facilities.

VBX Limited strengthens its leadership and advances drilling programs at the Wuudagu bauxite project, setting the stage for a pivotal Definitive Feasibility Study and environmental approvals.

WA1 Resources has raised A$100 million through a placement to accelerate pre-development and infrastructure work at its Luni Niobium Project, bolstering its cash reserves to A$168 million.