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Tivan and Sumitomo Corporation have formalised their joint venture for the Speewah Fluorite Project, securing a strategic investment from Japan’s JOGMEC. This partnership marks a significant step towards advancing the project’s feasibility and strengthening Australia-Japan critical minerals ties.

Meteoric Resources has released a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Caldeira rare earths project in Brazil, highlighting a low-cost, long-life deposit with strong government backing and a targeted production start in 2028.

Tryptamine Therapeutics has begun recruiting patients for a pioneering clinical trial testing IV-infused psilocin combined with psychotherapy to treat Binge Eating Disorder, aiming to deliver faster and more controlled treatment outcomes.

Firebird Metals has secured two key patents for its proprietary Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) battery materials, reinforcing its position in the emerging $20 billion LMFP market. The company’s integrated production approach and expanding IP portfolio set the stage for global growth amid shifting technology controls.

Connexion Mobility reported steady revenue growth and a 7% increase in net profit before tax for Q4 FY25, driven by expanding SaaS subscriptions and strategic product enhancements.

AnteoTech Ltd has achieved a significant technical milestone with its 70% silicon Ultranode™ X anode, demonstrating nearly 900 cycles at 80% capacity retention, signaling a leap forward for electric vehicle battery performance and sustainability.

Aldoro Resources has confirmed that mineralisation at its Kameelburg project in Namibia now extends 1,350 meters east-west, with high-grade assays from recent drilling underpinning the upcoming maiden resource estimate.

Lithium Universe has completed the acquisition of New Age Minerals, gaining exclusive rights to a patented solar panel recycling technology that promises to revolutionize critical metal recovery. This move complements its lithium refinery ambitions and positions the company at the forefront of sustainable clean energy solutions.

Autosports Group is set to acquire Gulson Canberra, including the Porsche Centre Canberra, marking its entry into the Australian Capital Territory market and reinforcing its luxury brand strategy.

Capral Limited has agreed to acquire Perth-based aluminium systems distributor Comsupply Ltd, aiming to strengthen its foothold in Western Australia’s building systems market.

Ionic Rare Earths’ Brazilian joint venture Viridion has secured land and government backing to build South America’s inaugural rare earth refining and recycling centre, aiming to start operations by late 2026.

MyEco Group’s CEO Richard Tegoni will remain at the helm for up to another year while the company initiates a broad search for his successor, signaling a pivotal leadership transition in the sustainable packaging leader.