Latest Silica Sands News

VRX Silica Limited has expanded its Arrowsmith North project’s offtake commitments by 550,000 tonnes annually and appointed Pareto Securities to manage debt financing, reinforcing its path to production.

VRX Silica Limited has raised $2.1 million through a share placement to fund critical pre-construction activities at its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, aiming to strengthen its position in high-quality silica sand markets.

Carbine Resources reports steady progress on its Muchea West and Down South silica sand projects, securing key approvals and expanding exploration activities while maintaining a robust cash balance.

Magnum Mining & Exploration has reported promising leach test results from its Brazilian rare earth projects and announced plans for a critical minerals processing hub in Nevada, supported by a $7 million capital raise.

Diatreme Resources has sold its Clermont Project subsidiaries to Moonlight Resources, receiving shares and cash, while offering its shareholders a priority IPO opportunity with free options.

Magnum Mining & Exploration has partnered with Homerun Resources to explore innovative, environmentally friendly rare earth element separation technology using ultra-pure silica sand and graphite. This collaboration could reshape processing methods for Magnum’s Brazilian REE projects.

VRX Silica Limited has entered a conditional contract to acquire the Arramall farm site adjacent to its Arrowsmith North project, aiming to reduce capital and operating costs while shrinking its environmental footprint.

VRX Silica Limited has secured critical environmental and mining approvals for its Arrowsmith North silica sand project, alongside binding offtake contracts with major Asian customers, setting the stage for production by late 2026.

Perpetual Resources has reported exceptional maiden drilling results at its Igrejinha Project in Brazil’s Lithium Valley, confirming a polymetallic system rich in lithium, caesium, tin, tungsten, and tantalum. A recent $1.6 million capital raise bolsters its exploration momentum.

Diatreme Resources reported progress on its Northern Silica Project with key regulatory approvals and metallurgical successes, while agreeing to sell its Clermont Copper/Gold Project to Moonlight Resources, retaining a significant stake.

VRX Silica Limited has secured four binding offtake contracts for 410,000 tonnes per annum of silica sand from its Arrowsmith North project, representing nearly half of its initial production capacity and marking a significant commercial milestone.

Diatreme Resources confirms its Northern Silica Project can produce low-iron, high-purity silica sand meeting photovoltaic glass standards, backed by successful bulk metallurgical testwork. The results pave the way for final engineering and commercial deals amid a booming solar energy market.