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Glencore secures approval for MARA project in Argentina

Glencore has secured a pivotal approval for its Minera Agua Rica – Alumbrera (MARA) project in Argentina under the nation's new Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI). This strategic development, announced on October 5, 2026, accelerates the timeline for first copper production from the Alumbrera mine restart to the second half of 2027, underpinning Argentina's ambition to become a leading global copper producer and signaling renewed confidence in its investment climate for major mining ventures. The MARA project is poised to deliver over 200,000 tonnes per annum of copper in concentrate for its initial decade of operation, leveraging existing infrastructure and fostering significant regional employment.

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PMET and Matagami sign LoI for spodumene rail trans-shipment

PMET Resources and the City of Matagami, Québec, have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) on October 5, 2026, to establish a critical spodumene concentrate trans-shipment facility. This agreement is a pivotal step for PMET's wholly-owned Shaakichiuwaanaan Project, outlining a logistics plan that involves trucking concentrate to Matagami for onward rail transport to port, significantly advancing the project's infrastructure development and de-risking its path towards a final investment decision. The collaboration underscores Québec's growing importance in the North American critical minerals supply chain, particularly for electric vehicle battery components.

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Epiroc secures order from Sibanye-Stillwater for South African mine

Epiroc has secured a significant order from Sibanye-Stillwater to supply advanced underground mining equipment for the Siphumelele platinum shaft in Rustenburg, South Africa. This strategic investment, featuring low-profile loaders and versatile utility vehicles, is a cornerstone of Sibanye-Stillwater's initiative to mechanise operations, aiming to enhance safety, boost productivity, and extend the mine's operational lifespan. The agreement underscores a critical industry trend towards modernised mining techniques in challenging narrow-vein environments, reflecting a commitment to sustainable resource extraction and operational efficiency.

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NSW approves HVO coal mine continuation with conditions

<p><br /> New South Wales' Independent Planning Commission has approved the continuation of Hunter Valley Operations' (HVO) North and South open-cut coal mines, extending their operational lives to 2045 and 2042, respectively. The approval is contingent upon strict conditions aimed at mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, including requirements for Scope 3 management, renewable energy integration, and limiting exports to countries with Paris Agreement-consistent reduction policies. This decision, following extensive public consultation and regulatory review, highlights the complex balance between economic benefits and environmental stewardship in Australia's vital mining sector.</p> <p>

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Bell Bay Aluminium to continue operations until 2031

Rio Tinto's Bell Bay Aluminium smelter in northern Tasmania has secured its operational future until at least December 31, 2031, through a landmark agreement with the Australian and Tasmanian governments. This extension, supported by ongoing energy provision from Hydro Tasmania and additional government assistance, aims to bolster the smelter's competitiveness and preserve 550 direct jobs. The agreement arrives as Rio Tinto navigates complex environmental and social challenges, highlighted by a significant legal claim against its QIT Madagascar Minerals operation.

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ACDC Metals gains BLM permits for Mount Jackson drill campaign

ACDC Metals has secured vital environmental permitting approval from the US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for its Mount Jackson gold-silver project in Nevada, paving the way for a maiden drilling campaign and a geophysical survey. This significant milestone, announced on October 1, 2026, allows the company to proceed with a 12 line-kilometre controlled source audio magnetotellurics (CSAMT) survey in October 2026 and up to 2,500 meters of reverse circulation (RC) drilling targeting the Pegasus and 3 Shaft zones in Q4 2026. The project, located in the geologically rich Walker Lane mineral belt, aims to build upon historical mineralization results and validate the understanding of the precious metals system.

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Riversgold submits mine plan for Kalgoorlie gold project in Australia

Riversgold Limited has submitted its Mine Development and Closure Proposal (MDCP) for the Northern Zone open pit at its Kalgoorlie gold project in Western Australia, marking a significant step towards commencing mining operations. This crucial regulatory submission, prepared in collaboration with MEGA Resources and Resources WA, outlines the project's operational and environmental plans, following the grant of its 21-year mining lease and the resolution of haul road access objections. The project's development funding is fully underwritten by MEGA Resources through a 50/50 cooperation agreement, extended to September 2027, significantly de-risking the venture for Riversgold.

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Lynas agrees to buy Meteoric Resources in $674m all-share deal

Lynas Rare Earths has agreed to acquire Meteoric Resources in an all-share deal valued at approximately $674 million, gaining access to the significant Caldeira ionic clay rare earth project in Brazil. This strategic acquisition is set to bolster Lynas's resource base, diversify its operations outside Australia, and strengthen its position in the global supply chain for critical rare earth elements, including neodymium-praseodymium and dysprosium-terbium oxides, vital for high-tech industries. The deal underscores the industry's drive to secure stable, non-Chinese sources of these essential materials.

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The United States Energy Department Continues Execution of Strategic Reserve Release Commitments

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced on September 29, 2026, a Request for Proposal for an exchange of up to 40 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). This action is part of the ongoing U.S. commitment to stabilize global oil markets and contribute to the 400-million-barrel release coordinated by the International Energy Agency. The exchange mechanism, which requires participating companies to return more oil than they borrow, simultaneously bolsters immediate supply and strengthens the SPR's long-term inventory without taxpayer expense.

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Hertha Metals raises $133m to build iron plant in US

Hertha Metals has secured $133.65 million in Series A funding, including a substantial $65 million equity investment from the US Government, to construct a pioneering high-purity iron plant in the United States. This facility, named Hertha Chalyx, will utilize the company's innovative Flex-HERS process to produce 10,000 tonnes of magnet-grade and steel-grade iron annually, critically addressing the nation's reliance on imported materials for rare-earth magnets essential to defense and technology sectors. The project aims to establish a robust domestic supply chain, promising reduced production costs and significantly lower emissions compared to traditional blast furnace methods.

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Jaguar gains approval for La Rosada in Argentina

Jaguar Uranium has secured crucial environmental approval for exploration activities at its La Rosada prospect in Argentina’s Chubut Province, a significant step forward for its flagship Laguna Salada uranium and vanadium project. This permit authorizes work across 59,895.3 hectares, representing the largest single exploration area approved within the 230,000-hectare project to date. The approval positions Jaguar to commence fieldwork following the winter season, applying systematic geochemical sampling, geological mapping, and advanced geophysical surveys to identify potential deep fluvial paleochannels.

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CoTec, Copper Intelligence sign agreement for DRC tailings

<p></p> <p>CoTec and Copper Intelligence have formalized a definitive joint venture agreement, announced on September 30, 2026, aimed at processing historical copper tailings across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly within its renowned Central African Copperbelt. This strategic alliance seeks to unlock significant value from decades of accumulated mining waste, leveraging CoTec’s specialized technologies and rigorous due diligence processes to recover critical copper resources. The initiative aligns with a growing industry trend towards sustainable resource recovery and addresses the increasing global demand for copper, positioning the DRC as a key player in the circular economy for base metals.</p> <p>

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Troilus secures $850m credit-approved debt commitments

Troilus Mining has secured an $850 million (C$1.21 billion) credit-approved debt commitment from KfW IPEX-Bank and Société Générale, a critical step towards fully funding its Troilus Gold-Copper Project in Québec, Canada. This commitment forms the core of a planned $1.1 billion total debt package, which includes a proposed $250 million from Export Development Canada, subject to final internal approvals. The financing features a three-year repayment grace period during construction and a ten-year, cash flow-aligned amortization, signaling a significant de-risking for the project and a milestone for the company.

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Energy Department Advances U.S. Energy Priorities at G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial

The U.S. Department of Energy, in collaboration with the White House National Energy Dominance Council and other key agencies, hosted the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial in Houston, Texas, from September 14-16, 2026. This pivotal event centered G20 discussions on ensuring affordable, reliable, and secure energy through the affirmation of hydrocarbons, nuclear power, and advanced technologies, resulting in consensus on crucial areas including energy access, supply chain security, and infrastructure development. The ministerial also saw significant private sector investment announcements, underscoring a strategic shift towards diversified and robust global energy frameworks with direct implications for the mining sector's role in providing essential raw materials.

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Barrick signs new agreement with unions at Mali gold complex

Barrick Mining has successfully negotiated a collective bargaining agreement with unions at its pivotal Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in western Mali, averting significant industrial action. This landmark agreement not only resolves demands from mine workers but also led to the withdrawal of separate strike notices from a Barrick contractor and Malian mining administration agencies, signaling a crucial step towards labor stability in a key African gold-producing nation. The resolution underscores Barrick's commitment to navigating complex operational environments and maintaining consistent production from one of its core assets.

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Montage Gold delivers first gold pour at Koné mine

Montage Gold has announced the successful first gold pour at its Koné mine in Côte d’Ivoire, achieving this significant operational milestone ahead of its initial target date of the second quarter of 2027 and within budget. The project, which has processed over 400,000 tonnes of ore to yield approximately 1,140 ounces of gold, is set to ramp up its oxide circuit to commercial production by the end of 2026, while concurrently advancing the construction of its hard-rock comminution circuit. This early production, alongside substantial resource increases and robust local employment initiatives, positions Koné as a rapidly developing asset in West Africa's burgeoning gold sector.

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BLM approves seven new drill pads for Spartan Metals in Nevada

Spartan Metals has received crucial approval from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for seven new drill pads at its Tungstonia Claims, part of the Eagle Tungsten-Silver-Rubidium Project in Nevada's White Pine County. This expansion brings the total authorized drill sites to 32, strategically chosen based on advanced geophysical surveys to target deep extensions of known vein systems and new mineralization styles, enhancing the project's potential in the critical minerals sector. The move underscores Spartan's data-driven exploration approach and Nevada's role in bolstering domestic mineral supply chains.

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OceanaGold reveals assay results from Wharekirauponga drilling

OceanaGold has unveiled exceptionally high-grade assay results from its Wharekirauponga prospect in New Zealand, with intercepts including 6.3m at 97.2 grams per tonne (g/t) gold. These findings, stemming from expanded drilling activity, significantly enhance the potential to upgrade mineral resources within the East Graben (EG) Vein. Concurrently, the company reported steady progress at its Waihi North Project, with underground development and infrastructure construction on track, culminating in an anticipated National Instrument 43-101 compliant technical report for the entire Waihi District in January 2027.

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Kuniko completes phase two drilling at Commonwealth-Silica Hill

Kuniko has announced the completion of its phase two diamond drilling program at the Silica Hill prospect, part of the Commonwealth Project in Australia's prolific Lachlan Fold Belt. The program involved 11 holes totaling 2,731 meters, significantly deepening geological understanding and supporting an anticipated mineral resource estimate update in the fourth quarter of 2026. This extensive work, including forthcoming downhole electromagnetic surveys and assay results, aims to define potential extensions of the mineralized system and advance Kuniko's strategic exploration in the region.

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Americas Uranium finalises 100% acquisition of Treeline project in US

Americas Uranium has successfully finalized its 100% acquisition of the Treeline uranium property in New Mexico, marking a pivotal expansion into a historically significant US uranium jurisdiction. The transaction, involving cash payments, an initial share issuance, and future staged share considerations totaling C$2 million, positions Americas Uranium to actively advance exploration on the multi-area property. This strategic move underscores the growing industry focus on securing domestic uranium resources amidst a strengthening global nuclear energy outlook and reflects a commitment to leveraging New Mexico's rich uranium legacy.

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Talisman Metals acquires three new licences at Tirzzit Copper Project

Talisman Metals has significantly expanded its Tirzzit Copper Project in Morocco, acquiring three new exploration licenses adjacent to its existing permits. This 2.8-fold expansion, covering an additional 47km², boosts Talisman's total exploration footprint to 63.5km² within a geologically prospective region known for sediment-hosted stratiform copper-silver systems. The strategic move positions the company for extensive exploration activities over the next four years, leveraging Morocco's supportive mining policy and the area's rich mineralization potential.

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Rainbow agrees Phalaborwa offtake framework with Neo Performance

<p></p> <p>Rainbow Rare Earths has entered into a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Neo Performance Materials, a rare earth separation technology specialist, for its Phalaborwa project in South Africa. This agreement outlines technical support, design input for the crucial solvent extraction (SX) separation circuit, and a strategic offtake arrangement for separated neodymium-praseodymium oxide and mixed heavy rare earth carbonate products. The collaboration marks a critical step forward for the Phalaborwa project, which aims to extract valuable rare earth elements from phosphogypsum waste, positioning it as a key contributor to diversified and sustainable global rare earth supply chains.</p> <p>

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Elmet to buy 4.99% interest in Masan High-Tech Materials for $2.5bn

The Elmet Group, a leading US-based supplier of tungsten alloys, has announced a significant strategic investment to acquire a 4.99% equity stake in Vietnam’s Masan High-Tech Materials for an implied valuation of $2.5 billion. This transaction, expected to close in early October 2026, is complemented by multi-year agreements that commit Masan High-Tech Materials to supply 1,250 tonnes per annum of tungsten trioxide-equivalent products to the US market for eight years, valued at an estimated $1.5 billion in gross revenue. This alliance is poised to strengthen American critical material supply chain security and industrial resilience, leveraging Masan's integrated mining and refining capabilities.

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Blue Moon Metals to acquire Turner deposit from Gold Coast Mining

<p><br />Blue Moon Metals has strategically acquired the Turner copper-gold volcanic massive sulphide (VMS) deposit from Gold Coast Mining, located near O’Brien, Oregon. This acquisition significantly expands Blue Moon’s critical metals portfolio in the Western US, adding polymetallic mineralization including copper, gold, zinc, silver, and cobalt to its growing asset base. The transaction, valued at approximately $31.7 million in cash and shares plus potential milestone payments, underscores Blue Moon’s focus on securing domestic supply for essential industrial and battery metals.</p> <p>

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Mercuria pledges $500m to Project Vault minerals initiative

Mercuria, a leading global commodity trader, has pledged a significant $500 million (SFr411.76 million) to Project Vault, now known as VaultCo, an initiative designed by the Export-Import Bank of the US (EXIM) to establish a strategic national stockpile of critical minerals. Revealed during the UN General Assembly summit in New York, this investment, alongside Glencore's participation as a founding partner, aims to fortify US industrial supply chains and reduce exposure to global market disruptions for essential materials vital to manufacturing, infrastructure, and energy sectors. The collaboration leverages the financial capacity of EXIM with the extensive trading, logistics, and sourcing expertise of its industry partners to enhance US critical mineral security.

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Bridge Green, Hartree sign eight-year lithium agreement

<p><strong></strong></p> <p>Bridge Green Upcycle and Hartree Partners have cemented an eight-year commercial agreement for the exclusive marketing of approximately 10,000 tonnes per annum of lithium carbonate derived from recycled batteries. Valued between $500 million and $1 billion, this landmark deal, effective September 22, 2026, includes an equity investment by Hartree in Bridge Green, signaling a significant push towards bolstering domestic US critical mineral supply chains and advancing the circular economy within the mining sector.</p> <p><strong>

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Silver Bow Mining announces $88m term sheet with Ocean Partners

Silver Bow Mining has announced a non-binding term sheet with Ocean Partners UK for an $88 million funding, credit support, and offtake package. This strategic arrangement is designed to bolster the development of Silver Bow's Rainbow Block Project in Butte, Montana, and facilitate the acquisition and restart of the Montana Tunnels Mine, significantly enhancing the company's financial flexibility and liquidity for these key US base metal assets.

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Capstone Copper to sell Cozamin mine for up to $385m

Capstone Copper has announced a definitive agreement to sell its Cozamin copper-silver-zinc-lead mine in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Luca Mining for up to $385 million. This strategic divestiture, expected to close in Q4 2026, will significantly bolster Capstone's balance sheet and enhance financial flexibility, empowering the company to advance its extensive growth pipeline, including projects like Mantoverde Optimised in Chile. The transaction underscores a growing trend of portfolio optimization within the global mining sector, allowing producers to streamline operations and focus capital on core assets with higher growth potential.

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Artemis Gold to acquire Vista Gold for $427m

Artemis Gold has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Vista Gold in an all-share transaction valued at approximately $427 million, granting Artemis ownership of the feasibility-stage Mt Todd gold project in Australia’s Northern Territory. This strategic acquisition, expected to close in January 2027, is poised to significantly bolster Artemis Gold’s resource pipeline, aligning with its ambitious goal of achieving one million ounces of gold production per year, complementing its ongoing Blackwater development in Canada.

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Sunshine Silver increases Idaho holdings by 14,100 acres

Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining has significantly expanded its land holdings in Idaho’s historic Silver Valley by 14,100 acres, bringing its total to approximately 38,000 acres. This 60% increase is coupled with the launch of a multi-year, district-scale exploration program, involving 45,000 meters of surface drilling, targeting high-potential areas identified through recent fieldwork. Concurrently, the company is advancing a 50,000-meter underground drilling program at its flagship Sunshine Mine, aiming to upgrade resources for a planned 2027 feasibility study, underscoring its strategic intent to unlock the full potential of this prolific US silver district.

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Tertiary Minerals reports high-grade mineralisation at Mushima North

Tertiary Minerals has reported significant high-grade silver-copper-zinc mineralization at its Mushima North Project in Zambia, stemming from its Phase 4 reverse circulation drill program. Results from 29 of 39 holes delineate a substantial 400m by 150m high-grade zone at Target A1's Discovery Zone, which remains open along strike and at depth. This development, supported by a technical cooperation agreement with First Quantum Minerals, paves the way for a mineral resource estimate by year-end, signaling potential for a significant new polymetallic deposit in a key African mining jurisdiction.

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Koryx Copper plans 80% stake in Zambia Copperbelt licences

Koryx Copper is set to significantly increase its ownership in two promising Zambian Copperbelt exploration projects, Luanshya West and Mpongwe, from 51% to 80% through an amended agreement with World Class Mineral Ventures. This strategic move, valued at $200,000 in cash and 80,000 common shares, solidifies Koryx's control over key exploration assets in a globally vital copper region. The company has already initiated extensive fieldwork, including a 2,500-meter diamond drilling program at Luanshya West, underscoring its commitment to advancing these projects.

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Syntax launches SAP-based maintenance budgeting tool for mining

Syntax has introduced its new SAP-based maintenance cost budgeting solution, Syntax Maintenance Cost Budgeting, designed to transform how mining companies manage their operational expenditures. Developed in partnership with SAP, this tool integrates with SAP Cloud ERP to provide real-time visibility and predictive analytics for maintenance costs, moving away from traditional manual methods. The solution aims to enhance financial oversight, improve planning, and support more informed decision-making across the complex, multi-site operations characteristic of the global mining sector.

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American Lithium starts operations at Falchani pilot plant in Peru

American Lithium Corp. has successfully initiated operations at its Falchani Lithium Project pilot plant in Lima, Peru, marking a significant step forward for the volcanic-hosted lithium deposit. The facility, which is currently processing mineralisation, has already demonstrated an impressive average lithium recovery rate of 88.7% in semi-continuous tests, exceeding the 80% target established in the company's February 2024 preliminary economic assessment. This development underscores the project's potential to become a key supplier of battery-grade lithium carbonate, leveraging a comparatively simple processing flowsheet due to the ore's low impurity profile.

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Empress Royalty signs $62m Tongon gold stream deal

Empress Royalty, through its subsidiary Empress Holdings, has executed a significant gold stream purchase agreement for an interest in the Tongon Gold Mine in Côte d’Ivoire, involving an upfront cash payment of $62 million. This strategic acquisition is set to substantially boost Empress Royalty's gold ounces, revenue, and cash flow, leveraging a robust credit facility to secure a stake in a proven producer with over 3 million ounces of historical output. The complex, multi-tiered streaming deal, announced on September 18, 2026, positions Empress for long-term growth and enhanced value creation within the global mining investment landscape.

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KCM awards $498m copper recovery plant contract to China’s NERIN

Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), a subsidiary of Vedanta, has awarded China's NERIN Engineering a substantial $498 million contract for the construction of a new copper recovery plant at its Chingola operations in Zambia. This strategic facility, designed to process existing mine tailings, is anticipated to boost KCM's copper output by 70,000 tonnes per annum, serving as a critical component of its ambitious strategy to reach 300,000 tpa by 2031, in alignment with Zambia's national production targets. The agreement, though awaiting final conditions, underscores KCM's diversified growth approach amid ongoing financing considerations.

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Energy Secretary Secures Mid-Atlantic Grid Due to Anticipated Stressed System Conditions

The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order on September 17, 2026, directing PJM Interconnection to stabilize the Mid-Atlantic power grid and prevent blackouts amidst forecasted hot weather and planned transmission outages. This temporary measure, in effect through September 18, 2026, highlights growing concerns over grid reliability, particularly the impact of intermittent renewable energy sources and the premature retirement of reliable power generation, posing significant operational and economic risks for power-intensive industries like mining.

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Lahontan Gold signs agreement to acquire Emergent Metals

<p></p> <p>Lahontan Gold announced on September 17, 2026, its agreement to acquire Emergent Metals, a move poised to consolidate its ownership of the pivotal West Santa Fe project and significantly expand its land position within Nevada's highly prospective Walker Lane trend. This all-share transaction, valued at C$0.115 per Emergent share, will eliminate approximately C$2.39 million in future payments and a 1% net smelter return royalty, while adding the strategic New York Canyon project and other valuable assets to Lahontan's portfolio.</p> <p>

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Almonty and Sandvik’s WBH sign Spanish tungsten supply deal

Almonty Industries has secured a multi-year, take-or-pay offtake agreement with Sandvik Group subsidiary Wolfram Bergbau und Hütten (WBH) for tungsten concentrate from the reprocessing of tailings at its Los Santos Mine in western Spain. This strategic deal, involving a conditional $3 million payment from WBH, aims to restart operations at the mine, providing critical EU-origin tungsten feedstock ahead of new US defense procurement regulations taking effect in January 2027. The agreement highlights a growing industry focus on supply chain provenance and resource recovery through reprocessing.

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Sudan mine collapse death toll hits 60 as rescue efforts continue

A tragic gold mine collapse in Sudan’s West Kordofan state has claimed the lives of at least 60 artisanal miners, with reports indicating more than 70 dead or missing. The incident at the al-Zara mine in the Fouja area highlights the severe safety deficiencies prevalent in Sudan's informal mining sector, where dangerous conditions and a lack of proper equipment continue to result in significant loss of life. Rescue efforts have been significantly hampered by unstable ground and the absence of specialized teams, drawing urgent attention to the systemic challenges facing one of Africa's leading gold-producing nations.

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Chancery Royalty agrees $20m royalty financing to Fulcrum Metals

Chancery Royalty has agreed to a non-binding term sheet to provide $20 million in royalty financing to Fulcrum Metals, alongside a £200,000 strategic equity investment. This pivotal agreement centers on a 5% net smelter return royalty on gold production from Fulcrum’s Teck-Hughes project in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, and is contingent on the successful pilot-scale testing of an innovative cyanide-free gold recovery process from historic mine tailings. The deal underscores a growing industry focus on sustainable mining practices and the strategic value of reprocessing mine waste.

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Can hydrogen become platinum’s next big market?

The global shift towards battery-electric vehicles poses a significant structural challenge to platinum demand, historically reliant on autocatalysts. While the hydrogen economy presents a promising new market for platinum in proton-exchange membrane technologies, its nascent stage and inherent scaling challenges mean it faces an uphill battle to absorb projected declines in automotive demand. This complex interplay of declining traditional markets and emerging opportunities creates a nuanced outlook for platinum producers and investors.

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Tungsten West to relaunch Hemerdon mine by early 2027

Tungsten West is set to relaunch its Hemerdon tungsten mine in Devon, England, targeting full-scale production by the first quarter of 2027. This restart, supported by a significant investment from the UK's National Wealth Fund, will leverage advanced TOMRA XRT ore sorting technology to optimize processing and reduce environmental impact. The project aims to provide a critical non-Chinese source of tungsten for European markets, addressing growing demand and strategic supply chain concerns.

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Unicorn Mineral Resources to acquire 75% stake in QGC Namibia

Unicorn Mineral Resources has strategically moved into potential near-term copper production by signing an agreement on September 16, 2026, to acquire a 75% stake in Q Global Copper Namibia (QGC Namibia). This acquisition grants Unicorn control over exclusive prospecting licenses EPL5851 and EPL7958, which span 6,536 hectares and encompass the historic Klein Aub Copper Mine, along with significant surface tailings and slimes. The transaction, valued at an initial $368,637 (R6 million), positions Unicorn in the highly prospective Kalahari Copperbelt with access to established infrastructure and immediate processing opportunities.

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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright Delivers U.S. National Statement at the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna, Austria

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently delivered a pivotal address at the 70th IAEA General Conference in Vienna, outlining an ambitious "American nuclear renaissance." This initiative, spearheaded by President Trump, aims to add 300 gigawatts of new nuclear capacity by 2050 through streamlined regulations, advanced reactor deployment, and AI-driven innovation. The U.S. reaffirms its commitment to global nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation, with significant implications for the international uranium mining and nuclear fuel cycle sectors.

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Ethiopia’s Oromo Liberation Army warns mining operators after Tulu Kapi incident

The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) has issued a stern warning to mining companies operating in Ethiopia’s Oromia region, demanding direct local community involvement and stringent environmental standards following a fatal incident at KEFI Gold and Copper’s Tulu Kapi project on September 4, 2026. This development has led KEFI to suspend its gold project, prompting a re-evaluation of security and community engagement protocols across the extractive sector in a politically sensitive region. The OLA’s demands underscore the critical importance of social license to operate and robust community relations for any mining endeavor in Ethiopia.

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Almonty enters into tungsten partnership with Rwanda Government

Almonty Industries has finalized a significant partnership with the Government of Rwanda, establishing Almonty Rwanda, a new entity focused on tungsten collection and export. This strategic alliance sees Rwanda acquiring a 25% stake, contributing the Shyorongi exploration concession and a mineral processing license, while Almonty retains 75%. The initiative, spurred by US diplomatic efforts, aims to modernize Rwanda's tungsten supply chain, enhance traceability, and leverage existing small-scale mining output, setting the stage for broader critical minerals development in the region.

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US explores access to Venezuela’s mineral sector

The United States is actively exploring avenues to significantly increase its access to Venezuela’s mineral sector, including substantial deposits of gold, iron ore, bauxite, and nickel. This strategic move, which builds upon recent engagement in Venezuela’s oil industry, aims to facilitate new US investment in critical minerals and counter growing Chinese influence in Latin America. However, the sector faces considerable challenges, including outdated geological data, widespread illegal mining, and historical investor uncertainty.

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Orogen Royalties secures Serpent gold claims in central Nevada

Orogen Royalties announced on September 11, 2026, the acquisition of the Serpent gold project in central Nevada, a district-scale, low-sulphidation epithermal target spanning 18.8km&sup2; across 225 Bureau of Land Management claims. The project, established in collaboration with Altius Minerals, features an undrilled core Cobra structural corridor exhibiting surface gold values up to 0.95 grams per tonne, indicating significant potential within a highly prospective region. Orogen plans to make the project available for option or sale, aligning with its generative royalty business model.

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How Myanmar’s civil war is reshaping its mineral economy

Myanmar's ongoing civil war has profoundly reshaped its mineral economy, with an analysis published on September 11, 2026, highlighting that conflict has not halted mining operations but has instead introduced significant complexities regarding control and revenue transparency. This dynamic presents formidable challenges for global supply chain due diligence, requiring international stakeholders to navigate an increasingly fragmented and opaque operational landscape. The situation underscores critical ethical, legal, and reputational risks for companies sourcing minerals from the nation.

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Mining’s digital transformation is raising the stakes for cybersecurity

<p></p> <p>The mining sector's accelerating digital transformation, marked by widespread adoption of connected systems, is significantly heightening its vulnerability to cyberattacks. A recent analyst comment from September 11, 2026, highlighted this critical challenge, noting that exposure now spans from remote mine sites to intricate global supply chains. This growing reliance on integrated operational and digital technologies underscores an urgent need for robust cybersecurity strategies across the industry to safeguard against escalating threats.</p> <p>

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Mako Mining signs mineral agreement for Guyana gold project

Mako Mining has finalized a crucial mineral agreement with the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission for its Eagle Mountain Gold Project. This agreement establishes a comprehensive ten-year stability framework, covering legal, fiscal, and operational terms, significantly de-risking the advanced-stage open-pit development in west-central Guyana. The deal, which includes commitments to environmental stewardship and community development, is a vital step toward securing permitting and advancing the 5,050-hectare project towards potential production.

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Metso introduces digital tools for mining operations and safety

On September 11, 2026, Metso introduced three significant additions to its digital portfolio: Metso Digital Production Management, Metso Data-driven Performance Analytics, and the Metso Safety Performance Platform. These new solutions leverage artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to provide mining operations with actionable insights and recommendations, aiming to optimize production, enhance asset performance, and significantly improve workplace safety across the entire mineral processing value chain.

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St Barbara to divest New Simberi Gold Project stake for $295m

St Barbara has entered into a binding agreement to divest its remaining stake in the New Simberi Gold Project to Lingbao Gold Group for an estimated A$453 million in cash, coupled with the retention of key royalties. This strategic move, slated for completion in the March quarter of 2027, will significantly bolster St Barbara's cash reserves, allowing it to focus on its Nova Scotia gold projects and a debt-free future, while expanding Lingbao Gold's presence in the Pacific region.

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Galantas Gold divests final 20% Omagh stake to Ocean Partners UK

Galantas Gold, through its subsidiary Cavanacaw, has completed the sale of its remaining 20% indirect stake in the Omagh gold project in Northern Ireland to Ocean Partners UK for $5 million. This transaction, which settled approximately $3.26 million in existing debt to Ocean Partners and provided the remainder in cash, marks Galantas’ full divestment from the Omagh project. The move is central to Galantas’ strategic repositioning, allowing the company to concentrate its resources on advancing its gold and copper assets in Chile, including the Andacollo Gold Project and the Indiana Project.

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Total Graphite appoints Lycopodium for Montepuez project study update

Total Graphite has engaged Lycopodium Minerals Africa to update the feasibility work for its Montepuez Graphite Project in Mozambique. This crucial step aims to re-examine process design, evaluate alternative technologies, and conduct a detailed gap analysis, with initial results expected by November 2026. The project, holding 110.5 million tonnes of resources at 8.2% total graphitic carbon and permitted for up to 100,000 tonnes per annum production, is targeting a construction resumption in 2027, positioning it to become a significant contributor to the global supply of critical graphite.

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A2Gold completes RC drilling at Taylor Project in Nevada

<p></p> <p>A2Gold Corp. has completed a significant reverse-circulation (RC) drilling program at its recently acquired Taylor Gold-Silver Project in White Pine County, Nevada, as part of its ambitious 2026 exploration campaign. Following this, the company is rapidly mobilizing its drill rig to the Eastside Project near Tonopah, Nevada, to commence a new RC drilling initiative focused on high-priority targets. These strategic maneuvers underscore A2Gold's aggressive approach to expanding its resource base and identifying high-grade mineralisation within Nevada's prolific mining landscape.</p> <p>

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EMIPA produces first gold-silver doré bar at Don Mario, Bolivia

Orvana Minerals' Bolivian subsidiary, Empresa Minera Paitití (EMIPA), has announced the successful production of its first gold-silver doré bar from the Don Mario site in Bolivia. This achievement marks a significant restart of operations at Don Mario, which had been suspended in Q1 FY20 due to reserve depletion, and now focuses on processing existing oxide stockpiles. The project also aims to expand copper cathode production and upgrade the gold-silver recovery circuit, signaling a strategic move towards optimized resource utilization and diversified output for Orvana Minerals.

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BHP appoints Worley for SA copper project expansion services

BHP has engaged Worley for study and engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) services for potential copper expansion projects at its Olympic Dam and Carrapateena operations in South Australia. These significant developments, which remain subject to a final investment decision (FID) by BHP, underscore the mining giant's strategic push to boost copper production in response to rising global demand driven by electrification and the ongoing energy transition. The scope encompasses potential block cave work at Olympic Dam and underground and processing expansions at Carrapateena, signaling a robust long-term growth trajectory for BHP's South Australian copper assets.

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FirstAu signs agreement to acquire Sandstone Gold Project

<p></p> <p>FirstAu has strategically expanded its gold portfolio in Western Australia with the acquisition of the Sandstone Gold Project from Complete Prospecting, announced on September 8, 2026. This acquisition encompasses five key tenements within the prospective Sandstone gold district and importantly includes access to an extensive historical reverse circulation drilling database. The deal is structured with a cash exclusivity fee, share consideration, and a deferred payment contingent on defining a significant JORC-compliant gold resource, positioning FirstAu for accelerated exploration and potential resource definition.</p> <p>

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AI could improve in-situ recovery of critical minerals

New research in the United States is exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can significantly enhance in-situ recovery (ISR) methods for critical minerals. This innovation focuses on integrating physics and chemistry models to precisely predict the movement and reaction of fluids and reagents within complex, heterogeneous rock formations. Such advancements promise to overcome long-standing challenges in ISR, leading to more efficient, environmentally responsible, and economically viable extraction of vital resources for modern industries.

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Verdera Energy to sell Treeline Uranium Project to Americas Uranium

Verdera Energy has agreed to divest its Treeline Uranium Project in New Mexico to Americas Uranium for a consideration comprising $100,000 in cash and C$2 million in Americas Uranium common shares. This strategic transaction allows Verdera to focus on its larger-scale, historically resourced properties, while enabling Americas Uranium to acquire a promising exploration asset with an estimated 1.02 million pounds of historical triuranium octoxide in a region known for its uranium potential. The deal underscores ongoing consolidation and strategic portfolio adjustments within the North American uranium sector.

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Amex Gold starts underground ramp at Perron project in Quebec

Amex Gold Mining has officially commenced underground development at its wholly owned Perron Gold Project in Quebec, Canada, initiating ramp construction with contractor CMAC-Thyssen. This crucial step, marked by the completion of the underground portal and the first blast on September 3, 2026, aims to provide access to the high-grade Champagne Zone for a significant 40,000-tonne bulk sample program. The development is designed to de-risk future project stages by gathering essential data on mining conditions, grade continuity, and metallurgical performance, paving the way for eventual production.

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Vox Royalty Australia to acquire 2% NSR royalty on White Dam gold mine

Vox Royalty Australia, a subsidiary of Vox Royalty, has entered into a binding agreement to acquire a 2% net smelter return (NSR) royalty on the White Dam gold mine in South Australia for an upfront cash consideration of A$5 million ($3.57 million). This strategic acquisition provides Vox with exposure to a recently recommissioned heap leach operation, operated by Broken Hill Gold, which poured its first gold in April 2026 and targets annual production of 15,000oz to 20,000oz, alongside significant exploration upside for both gold and copper.

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President Trump’s Energy Dominance Agenda is Delivering for American Energy Workers

The U.S. Department of Energy's 2026 U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER) reveals significant job growth across critical energy sectors, including a notable rebound in coal and nuclear power workforces, bolstering President Trump's Energy Dominance agenda. The report, released on September 3, 2026, highlights a median energy-sector salary of $63,000, 24% higher than the national average, and points to rising demand for skilled labor, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the broader mining industry supplying these sectors.

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Euro Sun Mining plans $400m financing for Rovina Valley Project

Euro Sun Mining is making substantial strides towards fully financing its Rovina Valley Gold-Copper Project in Romania, announcing a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding for up to $400 million in project funding. This crucial agreement involves global financial powerhouse Macquarie Bank and commodities giant Trafigura, setting an 18-month timeline for due diligence and structuring. Complementing this, Trafigura has committed to a $3 million equity investment, reinforcing its ongoing $200 million commitment to the project.

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Lindian, Carester plan rare earths separation plant in Kazakhstan

Lindian Resources and Carester have forged a strategic agreement to establish an 8,000 tonnes per annum rare earth oxide separation facility in Stepnogorsk, Kazakhstan, complemented by a binding long-term offtake for heavy rare earth products. This landmark collaboration, supported by the Kazakh government, aims to create a crucial mine-to-oxide processing chain, enhancing global supply chain resilience for critical magnet-related rare earths. A definitive feasibility study, led by Carester and Tetra Tech Coffey, is anticipated by the end of 2026.

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NT1 and Plutonian II agree on $500m merger deal

Australian mineral exploration company NT1 has announced a definitive agreement to merge with Plutonian Acquisition Corp. II (Plutonian II), a special purpose acquisition company, in a transaction valued at an estimated $500 million. This strategic merger, anticipated to complete in 2027, will see the combined entity list on the New York Stock Exchange, providing NT1 with enhanced access to US capital markets to bolster its exploration of critical mineral assets, including rare earth elements, niobium, and IOCG deposits. The move underscores the increasing global demand for strategic minerals and the growing role of SPACs in facilitating access to public markets for resource companies.

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Red Metal announces first ore shipping from Chilean project

Red Metal Resources has announced the early first ore shipments of copper sulphide from its Farellon Project in Chile, a significant milestone achieved approximately four months ahead of schedule. This development establishes a crucial non-dilutive revenue stream for the company through a strategic agreement with Minera KMT and ENAMI, bolstering financial stability while ongoing exploration continues to delineate further resources within the Carrizal property. The timely deliveries, amid strong copper markets, underscore effective project execution and position Red Metal for future growth in a key mining jurisdiction.

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