Latest Strategic Partnerships News

Orion Minerals has taken a major step toward production by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements for its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine.

OD6 Metals has launched a metallurgical diamond core drilling program at its Splinter Rock Rare Earth Project, aiming to refine heap leach processing and produce high-quality rare earth samples for offtake talks.

Yandal Resources has completed a major air-core and RC drilling campaign at its Arrakis Prospect, revealing a substantial 2.2km mineralised gold structure. Final assay results from air-core drilling are in, with RC results expected soon, setting the stage for further exploration.

Advanced Health Intelligence has appointed Dylan Garnett as its new CEO, signaling a strategic pivot towards commercialisation and revenue growth. Garnett’s extensive background in healthcare, insurance, and digital health positions AHI for its next growth phase.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a crucial works approval for its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, pushing Australia’s first dedicated cobalt processing plant closer to a final investment decision by the end of 2025.

Highfield Resources has terminated its agreement with Yankuang Energy, opening the door to new strategic funding options for its flagship Muga Potash Project in Spain.

DUG Technology has secured its first purchase order under a major multi-year deal with PETRONAS, nearly doubling the contract’s total value to over US$43 million. This milestone signals a significant ramp-up in DUG’s cloud-based geoscience services.

Orthocell’s nerve repair device Remplir is being adopted in Australia for nerve-sparing prostate cancer surgeries, aiming to reduce erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence post-operation. This development could significantly expand Remplir’s market reach globally.

First Graphene’s UK partner Vector Group has filed patents for novel fire-resistant materials enhanced with PureGRAPH graphene, showing 100% self-extinguishing performance and improved safety for construction.

Metro Performance Glass has successfully closed an oversubscribed rights offer, raising $23.9 million to support its turnaround and growth strategy, with Amari Metals securing a 51% stake.

Elevra Lithium finalizes merger of Piedmont and Sayona, creating North America’s largest hard-rock lithium producer with a combined resource base of 229Mt. The company outlines ambitious growth plans, operational efficiencies, and a strengthened financial position to capitalize on rising lithium demand.

Northern Minerals has released its Definitive Feasibility Study for the Browns Range Heavy Rare Earth Project, confirming an 11-year production plan targeting 181,000 tonnes of rare earth concentrate. The project aims to establish a critical Australian supply chain for heavy rare earths in partnership with Iluka Resources.