Latest Strategic Partnerships News

Iluka Resources scaled back mineral sands output in Q1 2026 amid operational idling and market caution, while capital expenditure on its Eneabba rare earths refinery hit $977 million with commissioning progressing.

Lindian Resources has locked in a US$11.6 million financing package from Malawi's NBS Bank, bolstering the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project with asset-backed and working capital facilities. This deal complements Lindian’s recent A$100 million placement and underscores its commitment to local partnerships.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has cleared a critical regulatory hurdle in Indonesia with a successful inspection of its Phase 3 clinical trial site for diabetic foot infections, paving the way for potential approval in 2026 amid a large and growing market.

Lincoln Minerals (ASX:LML) has received all necessary approvals to begin a significant air core drilling program at its Minbrie Copper Project in South Australia, targeting 17km of prospective copper stratigraphy including 1.7km of untested strike at Eagle Ridge. The company plans at least 40 holes in Q2 2026 to identify key targets for follow-up drilling.

Sunstone Metals has delivered a robust Scoping Study for its Bramaderos Gold-Copper Project in Ecuador, outlining a 23-year mine life, strong production rates, and a post-tax NPV of US$0.9 billion at a conservative gold price. The study highlights low operating costs and substantial exploration upside, setting the stage for a pre-feasibility study and funding pursuits.

Star Minerals has delivered promising new assay results from extensional drilling at its Tumblegum South Gold Project, revealing shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation beyond the current pit design. The findings underpin plans to update the resource and mine plan, reinforcing the project’s robust economics amid strong gold prices.

NoviqTech's subsidiary Coralia has inked a strategic MOU with A Healthier Earth, the climate-tech arm of Pure Data Centres Group, aiming to secure a long-term offtake of at least 70% of biochar carbon removal credits from its Great Barrier Reef project. The deal explores joint venture possibilities for a biochar production facility amid soaring demand driven by data centres and AI expansion.

Lynas Rare Earths reported a record A$265 million quarterly revenue in Q3 FY26, driven by higher NdPr prices and production milestones including early Samarium oxide output. The company secured a 10-year Malaysian operating licence and extended a key supply deal with Japanese partner JARE through 2038.

Butn Limited surged to record monthly originations and revenue in March 2026, while cutting costs and completing a share buy-back, underscoring its drive to scale embedded SME funding solutions.

Pantera Minerals has seen a 37% uplift in the valuation of its EnergyX stake following an increase in EnergyX’s Regulation A raise price to US$13 per share, reflecting operational progress and stronger market confidence.

Challenger Limited reported a 19% jump in Life sales to $1.7 billion in Q3 FY26, driven by strong annuity demand and offshore growth. Despite a 10% dip in Funds Management FUM amid market volatility, the company advanced key retirement partnerships and tightened its FY26 EPS guidance.

Botala Energy has secured a significant A$1.45 million investment from a new African cornerstone shareholder, lifting regional ownership to around 12% and supporting ongoing drilling and feasibility work at its Serowe Coal Bed Methane project.