Latest Materials News

Energy Transition Minerals (ETM) has appointed Ballard Partners as strategic advisors in the US, reinforcing its plan to list on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange and deepen its engagement with American stakeholders.

Sprintex Limited has raised A$3.625 million through option exercises and a share placement, strengthening its balance sheet and accelerating growth following a landmark €15.6 million contract with Mest Water.

QGold Pty Ltd has increased its all-cash takeover offer for Venus Metals Corporation shares from 17 to 21 cents and extended the offer period to 30 January 2026, signalling renewed intent to secure full ownership.

Iltani Resources reports exceptional silver-indium assay results from its Orient Project’s Link Zone in Queensland, confirming potential to connect key mineral resources. Backed by a fresh $8 million investment, the company plans an aggressive drilling program to expand and upgrade its resource base in 2026.

WestStar Industrial's subsidiary SIMPEC has landed a significant $11 million contract to deliver structural and mechanical works at Tianqi Lithium's Kwinana plant, reinforcing its role in Australia's energy transition.

WA1 Resources has reported exceptional high-grade niobium drill results from its Luni Niobium Project, extending mineralisation and setting the stage for an updated resource estimate in 2026.

Northern Star Resources has confirmed a downgrade to its FY26 gold production guidance following operational challenges, including a primary crusher failure and processing issues at key sites. The company affirms compliance with ASX disclosure rules and outlines the timeline of its awareness and announcements.

Ryzon Materials Limited faces ASX scrutiny over the timing and disclosure of a $1 million advance from Xinhai Mining, with the company responding to regulatory queries and committing to improved governance.

White Energy’s subsidiary BCBC has clinched an exclusive global agency agreement with Komarek to market briquettor machines using its proprietary BCB technology starting January 2026. This deal extends White Energy’s foothold in coal upgrading amid evolving energy markets.

Chariot Resources has signed a non-binding MOU with Fujian Jinjianqiao to explore offtake, financing, and local processing for its Nigerian lithium projects, aiming to accelerate commercialisation.

BPH Global has refined its Project 6-7 R&D program to concentrate on recovering gold and silver from seaweed, aiming to fast-track commercialisation of this innovative bio-mining approach.

Estrella Resources has gained regulatory approval to extract a 30,000-tonne bulk sample of high-grade manganese from its Ira Miri project, marking a pioneering step for Timor-Leste’s mining sector under its modern Mining Code.