Latest Regulatory And Permitting News

Energy Fuels Inc. reported a transformative 2024 with a major acquisition boosting its heavy mineral sands assets, a uranium production ramp-up at key US mines, and commercial rare earth oxide output from its White Mesa Mill.

Ragusa Minerals has pinpointed 14 priority drill targets at its historic Black Rock Manganese Mine site in Arizona, following a detailed induced polarisation survey that reveals significant extensions of high-grade manganese mineralisation.

Black Horse Mining Limited completed an $8 million IPO and acquired an 80% stake in the Mt Egerton Gold Project holder. The company reported a $5.87 million loss for FY26, driven by exploration costs and significant share-based payments.

Manuka Resources has accelerated its transition to production at the Wonawinta Processing Plant, boosting its silver ore reserve by 28% and gearing up for gold and silver output starting mid-August 2026.

Avecho Biotechnology has secured a unanimous recommendation to continue its Phase III insomnia trial without increasing sample size, alongside raising $1.9 million through option exercises and bolstering its cash position to $6.6 million.

Axel REE has confirmed a breakthrough in sustainable rare earth extraction at its Woolrich deposit, surpassing previous test benchmarks and preparing for field trials in December 2026.

Investigator Silver has moved the Paris Silver Project decisively from study to execution, bolstered by a strong cash position and key executive hires to drive development and financing.

Brookside Energy has captured over 40% of its targeted Riverbend acreage in Oklahoma, advancing its development plans to expand its Anadarko Basin footprint and drilling inventory.

Macarthur Minerals (ASX:MIO) has clarified the timing of its cleansing notice relative to a key Programme of Work approval, affirming compliance with ASX continuous disclosure rules and explaining the rationale behind delayed disclosure.

Berkeley Energia’s subsidiary has lodged a $1.25 billion arbitration claim against Spain, alleging treaty violations that have stalled its Salamanca uranium project. Despite the dispute, the company remains committed to dialogue and project development.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q4 2025 with operational challenges at Ekati and a significant C$115 million loan secured, while trading remains suspended pending regulatory remediation.

Volt Resources has initiated a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Alabama Graphite Refinery, aiming to produce high purity graphite by mid-2026 and strengthen US critical minerals supply chains.