Latest Production Readiness News

EV Resources has restructured its Tecomatlán plant acquisition to fast-track antimony production with a low-risk, milestone-based payment plan. Refurbishment is underway, supported by strong metallurgical results and a clear path to near-term output.

Finder Energy has confirmed the technical feasibility of repurposing the Petrojarl I FPSO vessel for its Kuda Tasi and Jahal oil fields, setting the stage for a final investment decision by mid-2026.

Elixir Energy has marked a pivotal step in developing Queensland’s Taroom Trough gas resource with the successful drilling of the Lorelle-3 well and ambitious appraisal plans set for 2026. Positioned near key infrastructure and backed by major players, the company is poised to accelerate commercialisation efforts in this emerging energy hub.

Sunshine Metals has launched a significant resource definition drilling program at its high-grade Liontown Gold Panel, aiming to bolster underground mining prospects and update resource estimates.

Dundas Minerals Ltd highlights its strategic focus on Western Australian gold projects, showcasing significant inferred resources and promising exploration targets at Romano and Kalgoorlie. The company’s experienced leadership and upcoming drilling programs position it well for near-term development.

Neometals has upgraded the Ironclad gold deposit resource at its Barrambie Project to 15,000 ounces, with a significant portion now classified as Indicated, underpinning plans for near-term development.

Black Bear Minerals has reported significant high-grade silver intercepts outside the existing Mineral Resource Estimate at its Shafter Silver Project in Texas, signalling potential for resource expansion and enhanced polymetallic value.

Magnetite Mines Limited has announced a renounceable rights issue aiming to raise up to $3.92 million to fund exploration across its South Australian tenements and advance the Razorback Iron Ore Project, recently awarded Major Project Status.

Andean Silver Limited has appointed Matthew Allen as CEO, marking a strategic leadership shift to accelerate development at its Cerro Bayo silver-gold project. Former CEO Tim Laneyrie transitions to Technical Director to focus on exploration and resource expansion.

Electro Optic Systems reported a 27% revenue drop to $128.5 million in FY2025 but posted a net profit of $18.6 million, boosted by the sale of EM Solutions. The company strengthened its position with key contract wins and acquisitions, including the UK-based Interceptor business and a conditional deal for MARSS.

Tungsten Mining has secured $53 million to push its Mt Mulgine Project through critical feasibility stages while engaging international partners for processing and offtake. The company is positioning itself as a key player in the global tungsten market with strategic moves in the US and Europe.

Medallion Metals has secured a US$50 million loan and a copper-gold concentrate offtake agreement with Trafigura, enabling the Final Investment Decision for the Ravensthorpe Gold Project. Development is set to begin pending completion of the Forrestania acquisition.