Latest Underground Mining News

Perenti’s underground mining arm, Barminco, has locked in a $500 million contract extension at the Agnew Gold Mine, reinforcing a decade-long partnership with Gold Fields and promising steady earnings.

New Hope Corporation reports steady coal production but a 27% drop in EBITDA amid falling prices and rail constraints, prompting revised FY25 guidance.

Catalyst Metals has received the final environmental approval to begin mining at its Trident Gold Project, marking a key step in its plan to double production at the Plutonic Gold Belt.

Brightstar Resources has kicked off its second ore processing campaign under a key agreement with Genesis Minerals, while development at its Fish underground mine remains on track for first ore in June. The company is poised for growth with a near-complete feasibility study and increased drilling activity.

Iltani Resources reports continued broad high-grade silver and base metals assay results from recent drilling at its Orient West project in Queensland, reinforcing its status as Australia's premier silver-indium discovery.

Core Lithium has released a comprehensive Restart Study for its Finniss Lithium Project, outlining a transition to fully underground mining that extends the mine life to 20 years while slashing operating costs and boosting production capacity.

Core Lithium's Restart Study for the Finniss Lithium Operation confirms a 20-year underground mine life with significant cost reductions and enhanced production capacity.

Core Lithium has doubled the Grants Ore Reserve by shifting to underground mining, lifting total Finniss Ore Reserves to 10.73 million tonnes at 1.29% lithium oxide. This update supports a robust 10-year mine plan with potential for extended operations.

Forrestania Resources is set to restart reverse circulation drilling at its Lady Lila gold prospect in Western Australia, following the acquisition of a strategically located tenement adjacent to the site. The company aims to expand its inferred resource and update its JORC estimate after promising historic and recent drill results.

Burgundy Diamond Mines has released its amended 2024 Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves report for the Ekati diamond mine, showing minor depletion due to ongoing mining activities. The update confirms continued compliance with industry standards and robust governance.

Vertex Minerals has raised approximately A$11 million to accelerate underground mining at its high-grade Hill End Gold Project, targeting production by July 2025. The capital raising includes a share placement, convertible loan, and a Share Purchase Plan, positioning the company for strong margins amid a robust gold price environment.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.