Latest Operational Readiness News

Elsight’s Halo platform has advanced to the final phase of a major U.S. Defense Innovation Unit challenge, securing significant funding and positioning the company at the forefront of a generational unmanned systems investment cycle.

Meteoric Resources has successfully completed wet commissioning of its pilot plant in Brazil, marking a key milestone towards rare earth production at the Caldeira Project. First Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate output is expected early December, supporting ongoing feasibility studies and offtake partnerships.

Nexus Minerals reports robust one-metre assay results from Clement and Godfrey prospects, confirming significant gold mineralisation at Wallbrook. The Crusader-Templar Mine Development and Closure Plan has secured regulatory approval, paving the way for operational progress.

Robex Resources has commenced commissioning at its Kiniéro Gold Project in Guinea, maintaining its schedule and budget to produce first gold in the fourth quarter of 2025.

White Cliff Minerals has significantly expanded the Danvers 1 copper mineralisation footprint at its Rae Copper Project in Nunavut, Canada, more than doubling strike length and confirming mineralisation beyond 400 metres depth. This milestone sets the stage for a maiden JORC resource in 2026 and highlights promising regional exploration potential.

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.

Elixir Energy advances its dominant position in Queensland’s Taroom Trough with a major drilling campaign set for early 2026, aiming to address looming East Coast gas shortages. The company’s extensive acreage and certified resources position it as a key player in Australia’s energy future.

Marimaca Copper's Chilean subsidiary has obtained formal environmental approval for its Marimaca Oxide Project, clearing a critical hurdle toward construction readiness in the second half of 2026. This milestone follows years of environmental and social groundwork and sets the stage for the next permitting phase.

Battery Age Minerals has commenced its maiden drilling campaign at the El Aguila gold-silver project in Argentina, following full environmental approvals. The program aims to define known mineralisation and explore new targets in a historically rich mining district.

Elixir Energy’s upcoming Lorelle-3 appraisal well in Queensland’s Taroom Trough has qualified for a substantial federal R&D tax incentive, covering nearly half of its drilling and testing costs. This financial boost underpins the company’s ambitious plans to validate a major gas play in 2026.

Challenger Limited has provided a detailed update on APRA’s proposed capital standards, highlighting enhanced capital strength and strategic growth opportunities in the life insurance sector.

Rox Resources is poised to commence underground development at its Youanmi Gold Project with the first decline cut scheduled this week, while a Definitive Feasibility Study is due shortly, marking a critical phase in its path to production.