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PMET Resources has successfully produced marketable tantalite concentrate from waste streams at its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project, signaling a promising new by-product revenue stream alongside lithium.

Perseus Mining has secured presidential approval to develop the CMA underground project at Yaouré, marking a pivotal expansion in Côte d’Ivoire’s gold mining sector. The project promises to extend mine life to 2035 with production ramping up by early 2027.

Metals Australia Ltd reports key milestones in its Lac Carheil Graphite Project, achieving battery-grade spherical graphite purity and selecting Sept-Îles as the preferred site for its Battery Anode Material plant.

Euro Manganese Inc. reports significant progress on its Chvaletice Project and Bécancour Plant, positioning itself as a key Western supplier of high-purity manganese critical for EV batteries. The company highlights strong feasibility results, strategic financing partnerships, and multiple offtake agreements amid an expected global supply deficit.

Patriot Battery Metals has reached a significant milestone in the permitting process for its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project, with federal and provincial environmental assessments now aligned and progressing on schedule.

Canyon Resources’ Definitive Feasibility Study confirms Minim Martap as a major bauxite project with a 33% ore reserve increase and robust economics, targeting production start in early 2026.

Anson Resources has submitted a permit application for a production-scale disposal well at its Green River Lithium Project, marking a key step toward full-scale lithium production in Utah. This well will support both demonstration and future operations, enhancing geological understanding and resource modeling.

Sandfire Resources reports a consolidated update on its Motheo copper-silver asset in Botswana, revealing declines in mineral resources and ore reserves due to mining depletion and remodelling. The company plans to declare a maiden ore reserve for the A1 deposit by mid-2026, aiming to extend mine life.

Sayona Mining has significantly increased the Mineral Resource and Ore Reserves at its Moblan Lithium Project in Quebec, reinforcing the project's long-term viability amid rising lithium demand.

Resolute Mining reported a strong H1 2025 with revenue up 31% driven by soaring gold prices, even as production dipped due to operational challenges. The company advances key projects and maintains full-year guidance amid strategic acquisitions.

Metals Australia has dramatically expanded its Lac Carheil Graphite Project resource in Quebec, tripling contained graphite to 5.1 million tonnes and advancing a pre-feasibility study that positions the project as a key player in North America's critical minerals landscape.

Patriot Battery Metals has reported a significant mineral resource upgrade at its Shaakichiuwaanaan Property, reaffirming its position as a leading lithium and caesium explorer. The company also progressed its lithium-only feasibility study and environmental assessments while maintaining a strong financial position.