Latest Processing Facilities News

Kingfisher Mining and Broken Hill Mines have inked a decade-long agreement to leverage existing processing infrastructure, accelerating Kingfisher’s pathway to production in the Broken Hill region.

Lindian Resources has executed a binding agreement to acquire full ownership of a rare earths processing facility in Kazakhstan, marking a strategic shift from concentrate production to higher-value Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC) output by late 2026.

Locksley Resources has reported strong surface assay results from its Desert Antimony Mine in California, confirming continuity of high-grade antimony mineralisation and supporting ongoing drilling efforts.

Ardea Resources has successfully raised A$5 million through a placement and launched a A$2 million Share Purchase Plan to fund the next phase of its Kalgoorlie Nickel Project. The capital injection supports the finalisation of a key feasibility study and ongoing project development.

Nagambie Resources has opened a discounted Share Purchase Plan aiming to raise $3.7 million to support diamond drilling at its Whroo Mines project and bolster working capital, following a strategic joint venture announcement with Alkane Resources.

ABx Group’s maiden mixed rare earth carbonate from Tasmania’s Deep Leads resource has been confirmed radiologically safe by ANSTO, with a second, higher-grade sample expected soon. The development could open doors to key international customers and reduce regulatory complexities.

BMG Resources has kicked off a significant 10,000-metre drilling campaign at its Abercromby Gold Project in Western Australia, aiming to grow and upgrade its existing 518,000-ounce gold resource. This move supports an upcoming scoping study and advances the project towards near-term production.

Amplitude Energy and O.G. Energy have locked in a foundational gas sales agreement with EnergyAustralia, committing to supply 30 PJ of gas from the East Coast Supply Project starting in late 2028. This deal marks a significant step toward the project's development amid ongoing negotiations with other buyers.

Lynas Rare Earths has secured a 10-year renewal of its Malaysian operating licence, providing a significant boost to its investment certainty and supply chain stability.

Bass Oil reported steady January production with a notable regulatory green light for its Vanessa gas field acquisition and a $3.5 million grant to accelerate the Kiwi gas field development.

Challenger Gold has initiated ore haulage from its Hualilán Mine to the Casposo Plant, marking a pivotal step in its toll milling strategy aimed at near-term production and cash flow. The company also reports robust resource and reserve updates alongside key infrastructure advancements.

Catalyst Metals Limited delivered a robust half-year result with revenues up 50% and profits rising 40%, driven by higher gold prices and operational advances including a doubling of reserves in the Plutonic Gold Belt.