Latest Processing Technology News

Diatreme Resources has reported a significant boost in mineral recoveries and production forecasts for its Cyclone Project in Western Australia, driven by advanced metallurgical testwork and flowsheet optimisation.

Meeka Metals is set to increase gold processing capacity at its Murchison Gold Project by 200,000 tonnes per annum through a $6 million ore sorting upgrade, targeting commissioning in September 2026. This innovative approach promises higher-grade feed, increased production, and lower costs.

Temas Resources has reported significant assay results from its 2025 drilling at the La Blache Project, revealing thick zones rich in gallium, scandium, and chromium alongside titanium, vanadium, and iron. The company’s proprietary RCL technology promises to unlock additional value from this multi-element mineralisation.

Neometals has secured a 30-day extension to its exclusivity period with BML Ventures for the Ironclad Deposit development, allowing both parties to finalise due diligence and internal studies ahead of a joint venture agreement.

Cadoux Ltd has secured a $600,000 milestone payment from the Western Australian Government’s Investment Attraction Fund, marking significant progress in its high purity alumina project development.

Argosy Minerals reports a 96% lithium recovery from test works at its Rincon Lithium Project and progresses critical energy infrastructure, moving closer to a final investment decision.

Sunrise Energy Metals has completed a feasibility study for its Syerston Scandium Project, revealing a low-cost, long-life operation poised to supply critical scandium amid tightening Chinese export controls. The project targets production by mid-2028 with strong government backing and a growing global market.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion and developing a US-based battery-grade manganese refinery, supported by major funding and strategic partnerships.

Reward Minerals confirms historic high-grade copper mineralisation and expands exploration targets at its Copper Lance Project in Newfoundland, revealing promising new copper-gold prospects along an 8km magnetic trend.

Osmond Resources has partnered with Técnicas Reunidas to establish the European Union’s first vertically integrated rare earth production facility, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and boost local supply chains.

Temas Resources has launched a major re-assay initiative on historic drill core at its La Blache project, aiming to identify valuable metals like gallium, scandium, and chromium while saving millions in drilling costs.

Wrkr Ltd reports a 43% revenue increase to nearly $7 million in H1 FY2026 but also a 75% rise in net loss, while completing a $15 million capital raise and acquiring payroll compliance firm PaidRight.