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Burgundy Diamond Mines has released its 2024 Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves update for the Ekati diamond mine, showing minor depletion consistent with active mining operations. The report underscores the mine’s continued operational strength and adherence to industry standards.

Loyal Lithium bolsters its North American lithium portfolio with significant exploration advances at Trieste and strategic board appointments, positioning itself strongly for the electric future.

Genmin Limited marks a pivotal quarter with the appointment of CEO Andrew Taplin, signing of a key mining convention with Gabon, and a binding MoU with Sinohydro to advance its flagship Baniaka iron ore project.

Berkeley Energia reports promising lithium and rubidium mineralisation at its Conchas Project in Spain, while its subsidiary pursues a $1 billion arbitration claim against Spain over the Salamanca uranium project amid shifting nuclear policies.

Asian Battery Metals PLC has completed an oversubscribed A$3.96 million capital raise, fully funding its expanded 2025 exploration program focused on the promising Oval Cu-Ni-PGE discovery in Mongolia. Phase 3 drilling is underway, targeting deeper and along-strike extensions, with initial assay results expected in May.

Antipa Minerals has consolidated its Paterson Province tenements into the expansive Minyari Project, resumed full ownership of Wilki and Paterson Projects following partner withdrawals, and launched a major drilling campaign targeting resource growth and new discoveries.

Australian Mines Limited reports significant progress in its critical minerals projects during Q1 2025, capitalizing on geopolitical shifts that underscore the strategic importance of diversified supply chains. The company highlights expanded studies at Flemington and promising exploration results at Jequie and Resende, while navigating financing challenges for its Sconi nickel-cobalt asset.

Western Gold Resources has made significant strides in advancing its Gold Duke Project, securing a preferred mining contractor with a deferred payment facility and raising over $1.7 million in capital to support development towards production.

PhosCo Ltd has solidified its position as a global fertiliser contender by securing full ownership of the Gasaat Phosphate Project in Tunisia and initiating a $5 million entitlement offer, while also engaging the EBRD for a potential strategic investment.

Dreadnought Resources has bolstered its exploration and development efforts with over A$13 million in fresh funding, advancing its high-grade Mangaroon gold project and critical minerals assets in Western Australia.

Sunshine Metals has launched a targeted reverse circulation drilling program at Liontown to upgrade shallow oxide gold and silver resources and advance metallurgical studies, aiming to fast-track development amid strong gold prices.

AusQuest Limited has unveiled significant maiden drilling results at its Cangallo Project in southern Peru, confirming a large-scale porphyry copper-gold system. The company secured $7.5 million in funding to fast-track exploration activities across Peru and Australia.