Latest Rio Tinto News

DTI Group secures a major $2 million contract with Rio Tinto for autonomous locomotive tech and re-enters the European market through a new agreement with CAF.

Charger Metals NL has reported a maiden inferred lithium resource of 8.2 million tonnes at its Lake Johnston project, backed by Rio Tinto's $1.1 million exploration funding. A new drilling program is underway, aiming to expand lithium and gold prospects in Western Australia.

Avira Resources has secured a binding agreement to acquire the high-grade Mt Cattlin Gold Project and raised $2.5 million in firm commitments, positioning itself for significant exploration activity in Western Australia and Sweden.

Aspermont Limited reports its 37th consecutive quarter of subscription growth, launching its Mining-IQ AI platform and securing a landmark $550k contract with Rio Tinto.

Aspermont Limited reports a milestone $11.2 million annual recurring revenue with its new Mining-IQ platform gaining traction through a landmark Rio Tinto contract. The company also strengthens its balance sheet with a $2.8 million capital raise, setting the stage for accelerated growth.

Red Metal Limited reports significant progress across its rare earth, gold, and copper projects, alongside a $16 million capital injection into its Maronan Metals subsidiary. Key drilling and metallurgical studies set the stage for resource upgrades and scoping studies in 2026.

Bulletin Resources has significantly expanded its Lake Rebecca Gold Project, nearly doubling its size through strategic acquisitions, while facing regulatory challenges at its Ravensthorpe Lithium Project. The company maintains a robust financial position as it plans targeted drilling and reviews next steps.

Tolu Minerals confirms multiple high-priority porphyry copper-gold targets at its Mt Penck project in Papua New Guinea, supported by an independent geophysical review and surrounded by active exploration including a major Rio Tinto application.

Neometals reports promising gold exploration results at Barrambie and advances lithium and vanadium projects with major partners, while completing a key business sale.

EVZ Limited reports a robust first quarter for FY2026, showcasing strong cash flow, zero debt, and a substantial contract backlog. The company advances key projects and eyes strategic acquisitions to fuel growth.

Odessa Minerals advances its Lyndon Project with promising base metal assays and uranium exploration, backed by a $1.15 million capital raise and a strategic board appointment.

Fortuna Metals is advancing exploration at its Mkanda and Kampini projects in Malawi, aiming to define a significant rutile resource by late 2026. Early drilling and sampling have revealed encouraging titanium mineralisation, positioning the company in a globally critical minerals hotspot.