Latest Sustainable Mining Practices News

EQ Resources Limited has appointed industry veteran Craig Bradshaw as Managing Director, marking a strategic leadership transition to drive growth in global tungsten mining.

Forrestania Resources has completed its acquisition of the British Hill Gold Project near Southern Cross, Western Australia, and appointed MBS Environmental to lead mine development planning.

Larvotto Resources has officially begun upgrading its Hillgrove processing plant in New South Wales, aiming for mid-2026 completion and a significant increase in antimony and gold production.

Geopacific Resources has won a crucial extension on its Woodlark Mining Lease in Papua New Guinea, providing vital flexibility to progress its 1.67 million ounce gold project ahead of a definitive feasibility study due later this year.

ABx Group’s latest ANSTO leach tests confirm over 70% extraction of critical heavy rare earths dysprosium and terbium from its Deep Leads project, reinforcing its path to producing a mixed rare earth carbonate sample by year-end.

EQ Resources has successfully commissioned a third XRT ore sorter at its Saloro tungsten operation, increasing sorting capacity by 50% and improving processing efficiency. An updated ore reserve estimate is expected in early Q4 2025, reflecting operational gains and stronger tungsten prices.

29Metals has successfully moved its application for a new tailings storage facility at Capricorn Copper into detailed assessment, marking a critical step toward restarting operations sustainably.

IMDEX Limited posted a modest 3% revenue decline in FY25 but delivered a robust 15% rise in EBITDA and a striking 70% jump in net profit, driven by strong growth in digital and SaaS platforms. The company’s strategic acquisitions and sustained R&D investment position it well for future expansion.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has announced a maiden JORC Probable Ore Reserve of 200.6 million tonnes at the Colossus Rare Earth Project, underpinning a 40-year mine life with exceptional grades and sustainable mining practices.

Aquirian’s subsidiary TBS Mining Solutions has secured a $4.2 million binding term sheet with Papyrus Australia to manufacture biodegradable Collar Keeper® products, marking a significant step towards greener mining operations.

Genesis Minerals has outperformed its FY25 production guidance with record gold output and strengthened its strategic position through the acquisition of Focus Laverton assets, underpinning its ambitious ASPIRE 400 growth strategy.

Critical Minerals Group (CMG) has made significant strides in its vanadium battery energy storage solutions and upstream mine development, supported by a $2.7 million entitlement offer. The company is targeting delivery of vanadium flow battery projects by 2026 amid growing demand for long-duration energy storage in Australia.