Latest Regulatory Approval News

Dundee Precious Metals has published the detailed scheme document for its recommended acquisition of Adriatic Metals, setting the stage for shareholder votes in August 2025. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals, aims to consolidate two key players in the precious metals mining sector.

Bass Oil Limited reported a 4% rise in June oil production alongside advancing plans to acquire the Vanessa gas field, signaling a strategic pivot towards gas sales and resource expansion.

G8 Education faces ASX scrutiny over its handling of sensitive information about a former employee, with the regulator questioning the company’s disclosure practices despite GEM’s insistence of compliance.

West Wits Mining appoints CEO Rudi Deysel as Managing Director and adds Keith Middleton as non-executive director, while veteran board member Hulme Scholes retires after 14 years. These changes come as the company transitions into operational gold production at its Qala Shallows project in South Africa.

Tamboran Resources has reported a record-breaking 60-day initial production flow rate of 6.8 million cubic feet per day from its Shenandoah South 2H sidetrack well in the Beetaloo Basin, underscoring its progress toward commercial gas supply for Northern Australia.

Buru Energy has taken a major step forward in developing its Rafael Gas Project through a strategic partnership with Clean Energy Fuels Australia, aiming for first cash flow by late 2027. The company also divested non-core assets to focus capital on this flagship project.

Patagonia Lithium has announced a 319% increase in its Formentera Lithium Brine Project resource to 551,400 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent, underpinned by high porosity and lithium grades. The company plans a 1,000 tonnes per annum demonstration plant in 2025/26, leveraging proven Ekosolve extraction technology.

Abacus Storage King has received a revised acquisition proposal from a consortium led by Ki Corporation and Public Storage, increasing their cash offer by 15% to A$1.65 per security. The independent board committee is opening a six-week due diligence window but urges securityholders to hold off on any action.

Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd has agreed to acquire Reef Casino Trust in a $177 million cash takeover bid, endorsed unanimously by the Reef Casino Trust board and its largest unitholders.

Osteopore Limited has gained Swiss market approval for its 3D-printed bioresorbable implants under the EU Medical Device Regulation, completing its European product portfolio and strengthening its partnership with Zimmer Biomet.

Energy Transition Minerals has submitted a binding offer to acquire the Penouta Mine in Spain, a critical asset for Europe’s supply of tantalum and niobium. The outcome hinges on regulatory approvals and competitive bidding.

Top Shelf International Holdings is set to raise up to $10 million through convertible notes to support a strategic business restructure and operational improvements, alongside forging a key sales partnership with Amber Bev.