Latest Regulatory Approvals In Mining News

Resouro Strategic Metals has locked in a binding agreement with Future Mining and Buri Gold to fund and operate mining and processing at its Novo Mundo gold project in Brazil, aiming to generate cash flow without diverting capital from its flagship Tiros project.

Santana Minerals has corrected its timeline for settling the purchase of 3,680 hectares for its Bendigo-Ophir Project, extending the deadline to the earlier of mid-2030 or 12 months after mining consents are granted.

Zeotech pushed forward its AusPozz™ metakaolin commercialisation with extended and new MOUs, progressed key Toondoon project approvals amid rising contractor costs, and launched live methane control trials.

Loyal Metals Ltd has entered a binding scheme implementation deed with Indonesia’s PT Bumi Resources Tbk to sell all shares for A$0.45 each, valuing the company at approximately A$79.1 million. The transaction offers shareholders an immediate cash premium of over 40% and is supported by Loyal’s board and major shareholders.

Nickel Industries reported a reduced 2025 loss of US$41.2 million, bolstered by stable production, strategic debt refinancing, and progress on its flagship ENC HPAL project. Sustainability efforts and ore supply expansions set the stage for growth in 2026.

VHM Limited has secured A$5 million through a fully underwritten placement priced at A$0.26 per share, funding critical early engineering and procurement ahead of a mid-2026 final investment decision for its Goschen Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project.

Lunnon Metals reports a significant 49% increase in gold ounces at its Lady Herial deposit, now hosting 54,200 ounces, with mining operations underway and strong economic prospects supported by a binding Ore Purchase Agreement.

Emerald Resources NL has announced a significant update to its Dingo Range Gold Project in Western Australia, increasing its mineral resource to 1.41 million ounces of gold and securing full mining permits ahead of planned development in 2026.

29Metals Limited has initiated a fully underwritten $150 million entitlement offer at $0.40 per share, aiming to bolster its growth projects and operational recovery following seismic disruptions. The retail offer opens on 28 January and closes on 11 February 2026.

Metal Bank Limited has completed its acquisition of Hastings Technology Metals’ WA gold assets and is advancing multiple projects towards near-term production, supported by a recent $2.42 million capital raise.

Tungsten Mining NL advances its Mt Mulgine project with a robust scoping study, revealing a globally significant multi-critical mineral deposit poised to meet soaring tungsten demand amid supply constraints.

Lunnon Metals has completed a detailed Feasibility Study for its Lady Herial gold deposit, outlining a robust, short-life open pit mine with strong pre-tax cash flows exceeding $40 million. The project is fully permitted and poised for imminent development.