Latest Processing Technology News

Cochlear Limited has lowered its FY25 earnings guidance due to slower-than-expected sales growth and a sharper decline in Services revenue. Despite this, implant unit growth remains on track, driven by emerging markets.

Emmerson Resources updates its White Devil scoping study, revealing strong open pit potential with over 60% of its 611,400oz gold resource convertible at a conservative A$4,000/oz price. The study advances mine design, underground evaluation, and permitting, setting the stage for development.

American Rare Earths has installed groundwater monitoring wells at its Cowboy State Mine, advancing environmental permitting and keeping its rare earth project on track for 2029 production.

Volt Resources Limited addresses recent media speculation about the potential cancellation of its mining licences in Guinea, confirming no formal notice has been received and engagement with authorities is underway.

Hawsons Iron Ltd confirms the technical viability of a fully dry processing circuit for its Hawsons Iron Project, promising cost and environmental benefits. An updated prefeasibility study and maiden ore reserves are expected soon.

Ardea Resources has received a $1.2 million R&D tax incentive rebate from the Australian Government, reinforcing its innovative work at the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project and strengthening its financial position.

Red Metal Limited’s latest leach test results from the Sybella rare earths discovery confirm promising low-cost processing potential using mild acid conditions, significantly reducing impurities and acid consumption. The findings pave the way for definitive column leach tests and expanded resource evaluation.

Great Boulder Resources reports outstanding gold recoveries of up to 96% at Mulga Bill with significantly reduced cyanide levels, promising lower processing costs and capital expenditure. The Ironbark scoping study is progressing well, with further drilling underway to expand resources.

Zeotech Limited has signed a non-binding MOU with global trading giant MSI to negotiate offtake agreements for its Toondoon Kaolin Project, potentially unlocking significant early cash flow and enhanced mining economics.

Spenda Limited reported a robust Q3 FY25 with cash receipts soaring 160% year-on-year despite a strategic sale of its invoice finance loan book. The company secured a $3 million loan facility and forecasts a record-breaking quarter ahead.

Jayride Group has appointed a new management team and raised $1.51 million to fund a major restructuring focused on halving operating costs and resolving supplier payment issues. Despite supply constraints, demand remains strong, positioning the company for a potential rebound.

Lithium Universe Limited has delivered a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Bécancour Lithium Carbonate Refinery, confirming strong economic viability and progressing toward project funding and strategic collaborations.