Latest Downstreaming News

Hastings Technology Metals has secured a strategic non-binding MOU with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment to explore a rare earths processing facility, while reporting encouraging developments at its Yangibana Project and maintaining solid financial footing.

Green Critical Minerals has made significant strides in commercialising its Very High-Density (VHD) Graphite technology, achieving exceptional pilot plant results and positioning itself at the forefront of clean energy and electronics markets.

EcoGraf Limited advances its vertically integrated battery anode materials business with a significant UFK loan mandate and progress across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

Firebird Metals Limited has secured preliminary design approval for its battery-grade manganese sulphate plant in China and forged a strategic partnership to develop LMFP cathode materials, marking significant progress in its EV battery ambitions.

Besra Gold Inc. reports a robust cash position of A$23.2 million, supporting the expanded Jugan Bankable Feasibility Study that now includes a hybrid open-pit and underground mining approach. The renewal of the Jugan mining lease remains pending but progress continues with key metallurgical and geotechnical work underway.

Kingsland Minerals secures a $2.56 million strategic investment from Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, marking a pivotal step in advancing the Leliyn Graphite Project with binding offtake and renewable energy agreements.

Element 25 Limited reports a transformative quarter with a 142% resource increase at Butcherbird, a compelling $561 million NPV feasibility study, and a $268 million US Department of Energy grant to advance its Louisiana battery-grade manganese refinery.

Syrah Resources faced operational setbacks at its Balama graphite mine due to protests, prompting a force majeure declaration, yet it maintains a robust cash position and advances its downstream Vidalia anode material facility amid growing market demand.

IGO's December quarter report reveals robust performance at Greenbushes lithium mine but significant setbacks at Kwinana and Nova, culminating in a $79 million EBITDA loss and a strategic halt on Kwinana’s Plant 2.

Lotus Resources has fast-tracked the restart of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi, targeting production by Q3 2025, backed by a $132 million capital raise. Meanwhile, its Letlhakane project in Botswana reports a 65% increase in measured and indicated uranium resources.

Nickel Industries reveals a substantial Exploration Target of 350 to 700 million dry metric tonnes at 0.9% to 1.1% nickel for its Sampala Project, complementing an existing 187 million dmt resource. The company has initiated mine development and haul road construction, positioning itself for a secure nickel supply chain.

Buxton Resources reports robust drilling results at its Graphite Bull and Narryer projects, completes Stage 1 earn-in on Copper Wolf JV with IGO, and undertakes key board changes, positioning itself for an active 2025 exploration season.