Latest Steel Production News

Calix Limited has secured a $44.9 million grant from ARENA to build a pioneering Green Iron Demonstration Plant using its ZESTY technology, aiming to produce 30,000 tonnes of low-emission iron annually and advance Australia’s green steel ambitions.

Cyclone Metals reports strong progress on its Iron Bear Project, highlighting a completed renewable energy power study and successful metallurgical test results that underpin its sustainable mining ambitions.

Athena Resources has partnered with Warradarge Energy and Fenix Resources to launch the Mid West Green Iron Project, aiming to produce sustainable green iron using ultra-high-grade magnetite and renewable hydrogen in Western Australia.

QEM Limited has completed its leadership transition with Robert Cooper stepping in as Managing Director and CEO, signaling a strategic shift as the company advances its flagship Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project.

Magnetite Mines has increased its Razorback Iron Ore Project resource estimate and is advancing strategic partnerships, while early saline water testwork shows promise for green iron production.

Vanadium Resources has signed a non-binding MoU with China Precious Asia Limited to supply vanadium-rich magnetite ore from its Steelpoortdrift project, aiming for early production and cashflow. This marks a strategic pivot to monetise its vast resource amid subdued vanadium markets.

Yancoal Australia Ltd reported robust 2024 financial results and outlined key corporate governance actions at its 2025 Annual General Meeting, reinforcing its position as a leading coal producer amid market challenges.

Jameson Resources has raised A$3.5 million through a two-tranche placement to fund environmental approvals and Indigenous engagement for its Crown Mountain Hard Coking Coal Project in Canada.

AKORA Resources has appointed Peter Bird as its new Managing Director and CEO, marking a strategic leadership change aimed at advancing the Bekisopa Iron Ore Project and securing critical funding and partnerships.

OM Holdings has agreed to sell its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining to Exxaro Resources for US$101.4 million, marking a strategic shift to refocus capital on core operations while maintaining a commercial partnership.

Tempest Minerals reports promising initial metallurgical test results from its Remorse Iron discovery in Western Australia, highlighting high-grade iron concentrate with low impurities. Further results are anticipated to refine the project’s development potential.

Hawthorn Resources has updated its Anglo Saxon gold project with a revised pit optimisation study reflecting higher gold prices and plans an 8,000m drilling program to de-risk mining. Meanwhile, the company converted its Mt Bevan equity stake to a 1% FOB royalty, positioning for future value from premium magnetite production.