Latest Processing Plant Refurbishment News

Larvotto Resources is progressing the Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project on time and budget, aiming for mid-2026 production amid rising strategic demand for antimony. The project benefits from grid power, ongoing drilling success, and government support for critical minerals.

EV Resources (ASX: EVR) pushes forward its Mexico Antimony Hub with 11 diamond drill holes completed at Los Lirios, a new near-surface vein discovered, and Tecomatlán plant refurbishment progressing toward a 2H 2026 start.

West African Resources forecasts a record 430,000 to 490,000 ounces of gold production in 2026, driven by full-year output from Kiaka and sustained performance at Sanbrado. The company plans significant drilling and capital investment to extend mine life and enhance growth.

Horizon Minerals unveils robust scoping study results for its Black Swan Project in WA, outlining a low-capital, high-return gold development targeting 102,000 ounces annually. The company launches a $175 million placement to fund construction and advance operations toward mid-2027 commissioning.

Tolu Minerals Limited reports steady progress at its Tolukuma Gold Mine, advancing a major mine expansion project targeting 500 tonnes per day production by the first quarter of 2027. Key infrastructure developments, drilling expansion, and processing plant refurbishments underpin the company’s growth strategy.

EV Resources is advancing its Los Lirios antimony project with drilling set to begin in January 2026 and engineering nearing completion for the Tecomatlán processing plant refurbishment, aiming for production by mid-2026.

Horizon Minerals has agreed to sell its Lake Johnston Project to Forrestania Resources for $35 million, aiming to refocus on advancing its Black Swan gold operations.

Horizon Minerals has agreed to sell its Lake Johnston Project for $35 million to Forrestania Resources, aiming to bolster funding for its flagship Black Swan gold project. The deal combines cash and shares, positioning Horizon for growth and operational advancement.

Austral Gold Limited has released an updated Mineral Resource and Reserve estimate for its Casposo Mine in Argentina, underpinning plans to restart production with strong economic fundamentals. The report highlights a 74-month mine life and a compelling after-tax NPV of US$72.7 million.

Austral Gold has obtained a $1 million short-term loan to support working capital as its Casposo processing plant nears commissioning after major refurbishments.

Native Mineral Resources has completed its first gold pour at the Blackjack Gold Project, marking a key milestone as it advances toward full production ramp-up in August 2025. The company also secured a $10 million placement to support its growth plans.

Polymetals Resources has completed a major refurbishment of its Endeavor processing plant and begun producing saleable silver-lead and zinc concentrates, marking a key milestone in its operational ramp-up.