Latest Mining And Processing News

5E Advanced Materials has released a comprehensive Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Fort Cady boron project in California, outlining robust economics and a 39.5-year mine life. The study highlights strong market fundamentals amid tightening global boric acid supply.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) has won the bid for the Penouta mine in Spain, the EU’s sole tin-tantalum-niobium producer, raising A$10 million to support the acquisition and development amid regulatory hurdles.

Far Northern Resources has updated its Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate for the Ios Gold Project, reporting 24,100 ounces of gold at 1.49 g/t grade. This strengthens its foothold in the Northern Territory’s Pine Creek Goldfields and sets the stage for further resource growth.

West African Resources Limited has unveiled an updated 10-year gold production plan, projecting a peak output of 569,000 ounces in 2029 supported by 12.2 million ounces in Mineral Resources and 6.5 million ounces in Ore Reserves.

Beacon Minerals has updated the Laterite Mineral Resource at its Iguana Deposit, reporting 1.2 million tonnes at 0.92 g/t gold for 36,000 ounces. This upgrade enhances confidence in the Lady Ida Project’s near-surface gold potential ahead of an ore reserve estimate expected next year.

Alara Resources has been awarded a mining license for the Daris 3A5 prospect in Oman, marking a key step in developing its second copper operation in the country. Historical drilling confirms high-grade copper mineralisation, with further exploration and planning underway.

Everest Metals Corporation has secured regulatory approval to begin mining at its Mt Dimer Taipan Gold & Silver Project, targeting production commencement in late 2025. The project’s inferred resource and ongoing contract negotiations position EMC for a promising small-scale operation.

Polymetals Resources reports its Endeavor silver zinc mine in NSW has met operating costs from cash flow within a year of acquisition, marking a key milestone as production ramps up.

Toro Energy has updated its Wiluna Uranium Project scoping study, revealing a robust pre-tax NPV of A$907.9 million and a rapid 1.5-year payback period, underpinned by strong uranium and vanadium resources.

Vertex Minerals has made significant strides at its Reward Gold Mine, commencing gravity plant operations and preparing for underground mining with first high-grade ore expected in Q3 2025. The company also secured firm commitments for an A$11 million capital raise to support its development plans.

Larvotto Resources delivers a robust Definitive Feasibility Study for its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project, backed by $165 million in fresh funding and regulatory approvals, targeting production in Q2 2026.

Northern Star Resources has declined to exercise its option to acquire Kalamazoo’s Ashburton Gold Project, leaving Kalamazoo to advance development plans amid record Australian gold prices. The company has initiated a Scoping Study and secured $2 million in fresh capital to support its next phase.