Latest Zinc News

Argent Minerals has awarded a contract for further diamond drilling at its Kempfield Silver-Polymetallic Project, targeting extensions of previously identified high-grade silver zones. With regulatory approvals secured, drilling is set to begin shortly, aiming to expand the resource amid strong silver prices.

Orion Minerals has raised A$5 million through a share placement to fund early development at its Prieska Copper Zinc Uppers mine and advance studies at the Okiep Copper Project, underpinning its transition towards production.

Asara Resources reports strong initial drilling results at its Massan prospect within the Kada Gold Project, confirming high-grade gold continuity and new deeper mineralisation zones. The ongoing program aims to expand the resource footprint with further drilling planned.

Strickland Metals reports strong drilling results at its Gradina Deposit within Serbia’s Rogozna Project, setting the stage for a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate later this year. The deposit continues to grow with significant gold and zinc intercepts, supported by robust funding and active drilling.

29Metals has withdrawn its full-year zinc production guidance following a seismic event at the Xantho Extended orebody in Western Australia, while maintaining outlooks for copper, gold, and silver.

Challenger Gold has secured the final Environmental Impact Assessment amendment for its Hualilán Gold Project, enabling ore haulage and toll milling at the Casposo plant. This milestone unlocks a low-capital pathway to early cash flow while advancing the project’s development.

Metals Australia Ltd reveals a 3.3-fold increase in its Lac Carheil graphite resource alongside promising assay results for precious and base metals, setting the stage for value-added by-product recovery.

Variscan Mines has successfully completed the majority of the second tranche of its $2.5 million capital raise, issuing over 330 million shares and nearly 200 million options to support its zinc-lead project in Spain.

Altamin Limited has initiated a 45 for 100 accelerated pro-rata entitlement offer at $0.025 per share to raise up to AUD 6.46 million, supporting its Lazio and Gorno projects in Italy. The offer includes a strong institutional backing and opens to eligible retail shareholders across multiple jurisdictions.

Variscan Mines has completed a detailed 3D laser survey at its Udías Mine, revealing extensive under-explored zones and confirming a geological connection to the San Jose Mine. This breakthrough supports ongoing drilling and promises to enhance future resource estimates and mine planning.

Bellavista Resources reports promising initial bioleaching results from its Brumby Project, confirming recovery of key critical minerals and advancing plans for bulk sample testing.

Broken Hill Mines has completed underground access to the high-grade Main Lode ore body at its Rasp Mine, delivering exceptional drilling results and targeting first ore extraction by November 2025.