Latest Project Finance News

Rox Resources has confirmed the economic viability of its Youanmi Gold Project with a robust feasibility study and commenced underground mining, backed by a $218 million equity raise. The company is on track for first gold production by mid-2027.

Santos Limited reported a robust fourth quarter and full-year 2025 performance, highlighted by the first LNG cargo loading from Barossa and near completion of the Pikka Phase 1 oil project. The company’s disciplined capital management and operational resilience set the stage for significant production growth in 2026.

European Metals Holdings has raised A$3.46 million through a discounted placement to fund the next phase of its Cinovec Lithium Project, a key European battery-grade lithium source. The company is advancing project financing and strategic partnerships following a positive Definitive Feasibility Study.

Vulcan Energy has reported strong production test results from its LSC-1b sidetrack well, reinforcing the viability of its Phase One Lionheart lithium project in Germany. The well’s performance supports the project’s ambitious lithium and renewable energy production targets.

VHM Limited has made significant strides in developing its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, securing substantial funding and critical regulatory approvals while expanding its resource base.

Boab Metals is set to accelerate construction at its fully funded Sorby Hills Silver-Lead Project in 2026, capitalising on silver prices currently three times higher than previous assumptions. The company aims for first concentrate production by mid-2027, supported by strategic drilling and corporate milestones.

Rox Resources has ramped up underground mining and advanced processing plant development at its Youanmi Gold Project, signalling a strong push towards production in 2026. Key infrastructure expansions and strategic hires underpin the company’s growth ambitions.

Celsius Resources has appointed Grant Samuel as financial adviser to finalise funding for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog copper-gold project in the Philippines, signalling strong international interest and a critical phase ahead.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a pivotal US$50 million Letter of Support from Export Finance Australia, finalising the export credit agency-led debt package for its Colossus Rare Earths Project. This milestone positions the project to advance towards full funding and a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026.

Celsius Resources has postponed the final Feasibility Study for its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog Copper-Gold Project to January 2026, while engaging a top financial advisory firm to secure project financing amid strong international interest.

European Metals Holdings has released a Definitive Feasibility Study confirming the Cinovec Lithium Project as a long-life, battery-grade lithium carbonate producer strategically positioned to supply Europe's electric vehicle and energy storage sectors.

Globe Metals & Mining has issued over 56 million shares to Director Bo Tan, settling nearly all of an outstanding loan and achieving a fully debt-free status. This financial milestone positions the company strongly for advancing its Kanyika Niobium Project.