Latest Steel Production News

Vanadium Resources Limited (ASX: VR8) has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending a significant announcement on funding arrangements, signaling a pivotal moment for the company’s financial trajectory.

AKORA Resources has raised $1.293 million through a strategic share placement involving its first institutional investor and full board participation, aiming to advance logistics and investor discussions for its Bekisopa iron ore project.

Athena Resources has appointed Peter Jones as Managing Director and CEO, aiming to leverage his extensive Mid-West iron ore experience to advance the high-grade Byro Magnetite Project.

PARKD Ltd has secured a 7-day extension to its exclusive licence agreement with Fielders Steel Roofing, following successful proof-of-concept projects for its Metal Deck Support System. The extension aims to finalise terms for a longer-term commercial partnership.

Lincoln Minerals reports compelling Pre-Feasibility Study results for its Kookaburra Graphite Project, alongside strategic cost reductions and exploration progress in uranium and base metals on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula.

Akora Resources reports strong progress at its Bekisopa Iron Ore Project in Madagascar, highlighted by successful drilling results, completion of key technical studies, and official support from the Malagasy government. The company is on track to deliver a Pre-Feasibility Study by Q1 2025, aiming to produce high-grade direct shipping ore for steelmakers focused on decarbonisation.

Hawthorn Resources has completed a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study for its Mt Bevan Magnetite project and strategically converted its equity stake into a royalty, positioning the company for future value capture amid evolving market dynamics.

Sovereign Metals has delivered an Optimised Prefeasibility Study reaffirming Kasiya’s status as a globally significant rutile and graphite project, alongside advancing rehabilitation efforts and positive graphite test results.

Cyclone Metals has forged a strategic partnership with Vale S.A. to fund and develop its Iron Bear iron ore project in Canada, marking a major step towards mining decision. The company also completed pilot production of high-grade direct reduction pellets, underscoring the project's technical promise.

Magnum Mining & Exploration Limited has extended its due diligence period for acquiring Palmares Estudos Geologicos LTDA, aiming to complete by March 31, 2025, amid regulatory and ESG documentation delays. The company plans a capital raise to support development of its substantial rare earth projects in Brazil.

OM Holdings delivered a robust production update for Q4 2024, with ferrosilicon output rising sharply despite manganese ore price declines and operational challenges. The company also secured a top sustainability award and made significant debt repayments.

Great Dirt Resources Ltd. has confirmed significant manganese mineralisation at its Junior Prospect in NSW, revealing promising high-grade zones and multiple stacked lodes that could substantially boost the project's resource potential.