Latest Rare Earths Development News

Viridis Mining and Minerals has delivered a landmark Pre-Feasibility Study for its Colossus Rare Earth Project, confirming robust economics and securing key strategic funding and land expansions in Brazil.

Ark Mines secured a $4.5 million strategic investment from QIC to fast-track its Sandy Mitchell Rare Earth Project, achieving key drilling and environmental milestones that pave the way for production by late 2027.

Mont Royal Resources has completed a transformative merger with Commerce Resources, securing A$10 million to advance the Ashram Rare Earths Project, positioning itself as a key player in North America’s critical minerals sector.

OD6 Metals has selected a cutting-edge rare earth processing flowsheet delivering ~75% recovery of key elements and completed metallurgical drilling at Splinter Rock, supported by a $2.5 million capital raise. The company also commenced Phase 2 drilling at its Gulf Creek Copper Project, maintaining a strong cash position.

Meteoric Resources has confirmed the Caldeira Rare Earth Project as a world-class, long-life asset with a maiden Ore Reserve and strong Pre-Feasibility Study results, while advancing pilot plant commissioning in Brazil.

Mont Royal Resources has finalized its merger with Commerce Resources, creating a dual-listed critical metals company focused on advancing one of North America’s largest rare earth deposits in Québec. Backed by a fresh A$10 million capital raise and a seasoned leadership team, Mont Royal is poised to become a key player in the global rare earths market.

Arafura Rare Earths has received conditional approval for a US$100 million equity investment from Export Finance Australia, reinforcing the strategic importance of its Nolans Project in Australia’s critical minerals landscape.

Power Minerals Limited is set to list on the US OTCQB market following strong investor interest after acquiring the Gamma Heavy Rare Earths and Uranium Project in California, aiming to boost liquidity and visibility in the US capital markets.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a prime site and finalized key contracts for its Rare Earth Research and Processing Centre in Brazil, positioning itself as a critical Western-aligned rare earth supplier amid tightening Chinese export controls.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd has raised A$6 million through a well-supported placement to fast-track its flagship Ema Rare Earths Project in Brazil, aiming to move closer to commercial production.

ABx Group has raised A$3 million through a well-supported share placement to advance its Deep Leads heavy rare earths project in Tasmania, aiming to complete key studies and expand exploration.

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.