Latest Rare Earths Development News

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has obtained the final regulatory approval to operate its rare earth pilot plant in Brazil’s largest petrochemical complex, setting the stage for pilot operations in mid-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.

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.

Critica Limited reports significant progress on its Jupiter Rare Earths Project, unveiling a 95% mass reduction in beneficiation testwork and appointing a new CEO to drive development.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) confirms Sulista West as an ultra high-grade rare earth project with exceptional drill results and reports metallurgical breakthroughs at Monte Alto, underpinning its integrated supply chain ambitions.

Arafura Rare Earths pushes forward with equity funding for its Nolans Project, targeting a €100 million investment from Germany’s Raw Materials Fund amid rising geopolitical tensions reshaping the rare earths landscape.

American Rare Earths has raised A$15 million through a well-supported placement to accelerate its Halleck Creek rare earths project in Wyoming, signalling a strategic pivot with new leadership focused on U.S. operations.

Australian Rare Earths Limited (ASX, AR3) reports strong progress in rare earth recovery and uranium exploration, alongside a successful capital raise and strategic U.S. government registrations.

Brazilian Critical Minerals appoints Altris Engineering to spearhead the critical Ema Rare Earth Bankable Feasibility Study, aiming to advance its low-cost in-situ recovery project in Brazil.

Viridis Mining promotes CEO Rafael Moreno to Managing Director as the Colossus Rare Earth Project advances toward production, marking a strategic leadership shift amid key development milestones.

OD6 Metals has resolved a regulatory investigation with a minor penalty, paving the way for renewed exploration at its Gulf Creek Copper Project. The company is set to advance drilling campaigns targeting high-grade copper, zinc, and silver mineralisation.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has released a comprehensive Pre-Feasibility Study for its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil, showcasing robust economics, low-cost production, and a clear path to production by 2028. The study highlights the project's resilience across price cycles and its strategic positioning in the global rare earth supply chain.