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IRIS Metals has expanded its lithium exploration footprint in South Dakota by acquiring the 752-hectare Tin Mountain Extension, advancing its position as a leading US lithium explorer. Phase II drilling is underway, with assay results and a maiden resource estimate expected by late 2025.

Critica Limited has appointed Jacob Deysel as CEO to accelerate development of its Jupiter Rare Earth Project, signalling a strategic shift from exploration to production readiness. Deysel’s extensive global mining experience and rare earths expertise position the company for its next growth phase.

Asian Battery Metals PLC confirms significant extensions of high-grade copper-nickel-platinum group element mineralisation at its Oval Discovery in Mongolia, bolstering prospects for a large-scale magmatic sulphide system.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd has successfully demonstrated in-situ recovery (ISR) of rare earth elements at its Ema project using an environmentally friendly magnesium sulfate leaching process, marking a pivotal step toward sustainable, low-cost rare earth production.

Ridley Corporation has completed the sale of its Wasleys Feedmill in South Australia to the Baiada group for A$22 million, marking a strategic divestment announced earlier this year.

Spenda Limited has partnered with APG Pay to develop a closed-loop corporate credit platform, backed by a $50 million funding commitment, aiming to transform B2B payments across multiple industries starting with corporate travel.

Osmond Resources has significantly expanded its Orion EU Critical Minerals Project in Southern Spain by 160%, adding three new permits and preparing for a targeted drilling campaign to confirm mineral continuity.

Anson Resources has partnered with POSCO Holdings to develop a demonstration plant for Direct Lithium Extraction at the Green River Lithium Project, aiming to validate new technology and boost US lithium supply.

QPM Energy Limited has successfully raised $10 million through an oversubscribed placement and launched a $2 million Share Purchase Plan to fast-track the 112MW Isaac Power Station, the cornerstone of its Isaac Energy Hub.

Green Critical Minerals’ McIntosh Graphite Project Pre-Feasibility Study confirms robust economics with a post-tax NPV of A$235 million and a 32.5-year mine life, underpinning plans for staged development and market entry.

Metal Powder Works has doubled its production capacity and launched continuous 24/7 automated manufacturing at its Pittsburgh facility, marking a significant leap in operational efficiency and cost competitiveness.

DroneShield has landed a $9.7 million contract package in Latin America, reinforcing its foothold in the region’s defence market with deliveries scheduled for late 2025.