Latest Mining Engineering News

Aguia Resources has implemented strategic operational changes at its Santa Barbara Gold Project in Colombia, achieving a 70% gold recovery rate in December and targeting over 80% in early 2026.

Ariana Resources has locked in a strategic A$11 million investment from Hongkong Xinhai Mining Services to accelerate development at its Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe. This deal includes equity funding, technical services, and a board appointment, marking a significant milestone for the company.

Austin Metals has appointed seasoned mining executive Michael Moore as Managing Director to spearhead exploration at its flagship Austin Gold Project in Western Australia.

Black Cat Syndicate announces a leadership transition with James Bruce appointed as Managing Director from April 2026, succeeding founder Gareth Solly who will remain as a Non-Executive Director.

GR Engineering Services Limited reported a solid FY25 with revenue and earnings growth, increased dividends, and a confident outlook for FY26 driven by a robust project pipeline and strategic opportunities.

Brightstar Resources has received court approval to acquire Aurumin Limited, consolidating the Sandstone Gold Project and boosting its combined mineral resource to 2.4 million ounces. The acquisition positions Brightstar as a rising mid-tier gold producer in Western Australia.

Marmota Limited is progressing its scoping study for the Gawler Gold Project, aiming to establish a heap leach facility processing 1 million tonnes annually over seven years. Completion is targeted by March 2026, with key technical workstreams underway.

Locksley Resources is accelerating development at its Desert Antimony Mine in California, delivering promising high-grade bulk sample results and advancing towards U.S. antimony production aligned with federal strategic goals.

Star Minerals has inked a pivotal Right to Mine Agreement with MEGA Resources and Bain Global Resources, unlocking $20 million in funding and operational support for its Tumblegum South Gold Project, aiming for production in early 2026.

Patronus Resources (ASX – PTN) reveals a robust financial position with $78 million in cash and investments alongside a 2.3 million ounce gold equivalent resource base, underpinning a multi-commodity growth strategy across Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

Metal Bank Limited is advancing its Western Australia gold strategy with significant resource development at Livingstone and a binding agreement to acquire Hastings Technology Metals’ WA gold assets, while also progressing critical minerals projects in Queensland and Saudi Arabia.

Evolution Energy Minerals has successfully raised A$1.75 million through a fully underwritten rights issue, accelerating its Chilalo Graphite Project timeline to first ore production by October 2027. The company is also advancing exploration at its Chikundo copper project while streamlining operations.