Latest Rio Tinto News

Orbminco Limited has initiated geophysical surveys at its Bronze Fox Copper-Gold Project in Mongolia, setting the stage for a targeted drilling program in Q3 2025 focused on high-grade copper-gold zones.

NRW Holdings’ subsidiary Primero Group has landed a $157 million contract from Rio Tinto to deliver critical infrastructure at Hope Downs in Western Australia, extending their longstanding partnership.

CZR Resources has won overwhelming shareholder approval to sell its Robe Mesa Iron Ore Project to a Rio Tinto-Mitsui joint venture for approximately A$75 million, setting the stage for a significant portfolio reshuffle.

Encounter Resources has regained 100% ownership of the Yeneena Copper Project after IGO Limited's withdrawal, setting the stage for renewed exploration focused on high-grade copper zones in Western Australia's Paterson Province.

New Frontier Minerals accelerates its NWQ Copper Project development by sending bulk samples to Austral Resources’ Mt Kelly plant, formalizing a key processing partnership that could fast-track copper output.

Kingsrose Mining advances its exploration efforts in Norway’s Finnmark region with increased backing from BHP, while winding down its Central Finland alliance. The company also secures an option to acquire the promising Gallujavri nickel-copper-PGE project.

MLG Oz Limited has secured its first contract with mining giant Rio Tinto, marking a significant expansion into the Pilbara region with a $20 million haulage and site services deal.

Rio Tinto has announced that CEO Jakob Stausholm will step down later this year, with a rigorous succession process now underway. Stausholm’s tenure saw a strategic pivot towards energy transition and profitable growth.

New Frontier Minerals advances its NWQ Copper Project by securing bulk sample processing at Austral Resources’ Mt Kelly plant, accelerating its path to copper production in Queensland’s Mt Isa Copper Belt.

Forrestania Resources has appointed former Minerals Resources executive David Geraghty to its board and secured $500,000 through a strategic share placement, signaling a renewed push in its gold exploration projects.

Monadelphous Group Limited has landed a suite of new contracts worth approximately $180 million across Western Australia's resources, energy, and infrastructure sectors, reinforcing its strong foothold in the region.

Civmec Limited reported a steady Q3 FY25 with revenue of A$158.5 million and a strengthened order book now exceeding A$760 million, positioning the company for future growth despite near-term project delays.