Latest Rare Earth Projects News

Ark Mines is advancing its Stage-3 drilling program at the Sandy Mitchell Rare Earths project ahead of schedule, targeting a substantial increase in measured resources to underpin a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

Victory Metals secures $11.5 million through a strategic placement to accelerate drilling and development at its North Stanmore heavy rare earth project, reinforcing its position as Australia’s leading rare earths explorer.

Critica Limited has dispatched an upgraded composite concentrate from its Jupiter Project to ANSTO for independent hydrometallurgical testing, aiming to produce a Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC). Complementary assessments by Minutech will help optimise processing routes and support upcoming feasibility studies.

Ark Mines has landed a $4.5 million investment from Queensland’s Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund, accelerating development at its Sandy Mitchell rare earths project with production targeted for late 2027.

Vital Metals has raised A$6.8 million through a strategic placement led by US-based Strategic Resources LLC to advance its Tardiff Rare Earth project in Canada, aiming to deploy innovative Dry Field Force Extraction technology that could reshape project economics and environmental impact.

Meteoric Resources confirms its Caldeira Rare Earth Project in Brazil remains on track after a disputed environmental council vote was declared invalid. Strong local government support and regulatory assurances underpin confidence in project timelines.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has significantly expanded its Colossus Rare Earth Elements project in Brazil, securing an additional 2,503.6 hectares adjacent to its existing licenses. This move, backed by robust government support and strategic partnerships, enhances the project's scale and de-risks its pathway to production.

Brazilian Critical Minerals secures robust support from Amazonas state and local authorities for its Ema Rare Earth Project, advancing environmental permitting with unanimous community approval.

Hastings Technology Metals has completed its acquisition of Great Western Gold, gaining a major stake in the Whiteheads Gold Project near Kalgoorlie. The company aims to define a maiden JORC resource by Q4 2025, leveraging extensive historical data and near-term drilling plans.

Mount Ridley Mines Limited has announced a pro-rata entitlement offer to raise up to $596,842, accompanied by free attaching options, alongside a $234,000 placement aimed at funding key exploration projects and working capital.

Arafura Rare Earths has successfully raised approximately A$80 million through a two-tranche institutional placement and launched a A$5 million share purchase plan, strengthening its cash position ahead of the Nolans project final investment decision.

Lindian Resources has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full funding and a strategic partnership with Iluka Resources. The company is raising A$91.5 million via institutional placement to advance development and expansion plans.