Latest Supply Chain News

American Tungsten & Antimony Ltd (AT4) has submitted a drilling permit for the historic Fraction Lode tungsten mine and commenced refurbishment of its Dutch Mountain processing mill, marking a pivotal step in its US tungsten supply chain strategy.

Locksley Resources has produced 99.5% pure antimony trioxide from its Desert Antimony Mine feedstock, marking a key step toward restoring a fully domestic U.S. supply chain for this critical mineral.

Temas Resources has reported significant assay results from its 2025 drilling at the La Blache Project, revealing thick zones rich in gallium, scandium, and chromium alongside titanium, vanadium, and iron. The company’s proprietary RCL technology promises to unlock additional value from this multi-element mineralisation.

St George Mining has formed a strategic alliance with Brazilian nanotechnology firm Nanum Nanotecnologia to enhance the processing and commercialisation of rare earth elements from its Araxá Project, aiming to upgrade high-value magnet and heavy rare earth concentrations.

Frontier Energy has secured indicative senior debt terms worth around $220 million for its Waroona Renewable Energy Project, moving closer to finalising financing and supply contracts. The company is also considering mezzanine financing to optimise its funding structure.

Collins Foods is rapidly expanding its footprint in Germany through the acquisition of eight KFC restaurants in Bavaria and an ambitious development plan targeting up to 90 new outlets. Meanwhile, the company refocuses its Netherlands operations with a revamped franchise agreement.

Brazilian Rare Earths (ASX: BRE) has significantly expanded its Sulista Rare Earth District in Bahia, Brazil, extending the strike length from over 10 km to more than 17 km with multiple high-grade mineralised corridors. The latest drilling results underpin a maiden JORC Mineral Resource Estimate expected mid-2026 and support BRE’s strategic hub-and-spoke development plan.

St George Mining reports outstanding assay results from 16 new diamond drill holes at its Araxá Rare Earths and Niobium Project, confirming thick, high-grade mineralisation from surface and reinforcing its status as South America's largest carbonatite-hosted rare earth resource.

Briscoe Group Limited reported record full-year sales of NZD 798.8 million for FY2026, with net profit after tax dipping slightly to NZD 59.2 million. The company maintained dividends and invested heavily in supply chain upgrades despite a challenging retail environment.

Lynas Rare Earths and Japan Australia Rare Earths B.V. have extended their supply agreement to 2038, securing firm commitments for critical rare earths with a pricing floor and upside sharing mechanism.

IRIS Metals has secured a farm-in agreement to earn up to 100% ownership of the Finley Basin Tungsten Project in Montana, marking a strategic expansion into a critical mineral vital for defence and advanced manufacturing.

Aerometrex has won multiple government contracts worth $2.5 million over three years, reinforcing its position as a trusted local provider and enhancing revenue visibility.