Latest Refining News

Prairie Lithium has fast-tracked its flagship Saskatchewan lithium project by initiating fabrication of a commercial-scale extraction unit and securing vital rail access, supported by a US$5 million non-dilutive capital raise and a promising offtake agreement.

Green360 Technologies has independently verified its Eco-Clay product as a high-performance, low-carbon cement substitute made from kaolin waste, poised to disrupt Australia’s $3.5 billion cement market.

BSA Limited’s Q1 FY2026 results reveal a sharp revenue drop following the expiration of its key nbn contract, alongside a major workforce reduction and strategic pivot.

Litchfield Minerals has intersected over 200 meters of continuous copper-zinc mineralisation at its Oonagalabi project, revealing a robust and extensive system. Planned step-out drilling aims to nearly triple the strike length to 600 meters, signalling significant exploration upside.

Kuniko Limited has initiated a detailed 328 line-kilometre airborne geophysical survey at its Commonwealth Gold–Silver Project in NSW, aiming to refine drill targets with advanced imaging technology. This marks a key step in advancing exploration within the prolific Lachlan Fold Belt.

Jindalee Lithium is progressing its McDermitt Lithium Project with a proposed US SPAC listing, government backing, and an $8 million capital raise, positioning it as a key player in the US critical minerals landscape.

Osmond Resources has extended the known strike of critical mineral-bearing quartzite layers at its Orión Project in Spain through successful step-out drilling, setting the stage for upcoming assay results and resource evaluation.

Mammoth Minerals has completed key US gold project acquisitions and launched exploration drilling, backed by a $5 million capital raise and strategic board appointments.

Rincon Resources advances its Western Australia exploration with new drilling at South Telfer and full acquisition of the Crackerbox Gold Project, while refining targets at Laverton.

First Au Limited accelerates exploration at its Gimlet and Nimba gold projects through innovative drill-for-equity agreements and diamond drilling, while progressing a strategic divestment of its Victorian assets.

Cobre Limited has reported a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Ngami Copper Project in Botswana, alongside a significant investment agreement with Sinomine International Exploration. The company also advanced exploration activities with BHP funding and progressed key permitting milestones.

Humm Group reports a 14% decline in new loan originations for 1Q26, driven by a steep 61% fall in Australian Point of Sale volumes following regulatory changes and technology setbacks. However, international growth and asset expansion provide some offset.