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Evion begins commissioning activities at expandable graphite facility Evion (ASX:EVG) has begun commissioning activities at its newly constructed expandable graphite facility in India. The operation (Panthera Graphite Technologies PGT)) is a 50:50 joint venture between Evion and Metachem Manufacturing Company. This commissioning process places Evion one step closer to become the first ASX-listed expandable graphite company with production of the expandable graphite expected to begin next month. A highly experienced team of graphite processing specialists from Metachem’s operational facility and staff have been assembled. All members have a track record in expandable graphite processing, with competence in maintenance, technical aspects and operational analysis. Commissioning of services areas...

Lake Johnston heritage survey completed A Cultural Heritage Survey has been completed at Rubix Resources (ASX:RB6) Lake Johnston project in WA. A survey team comprising of registered Native Title Holders, the Ngadju People, Terra Rosa Cultural Heritage Consultancy and Rubix staff has reviewed the sites of proposed new access tracks and drill holes. The survey approved the location of 30 holes for exploration activities with modifications that will authorise Rubix to avoid mature vegetation and to preserve the integrity of the local flora and fauna. The initial phase of exploration will largely use existing access tracks with proposed...

Battery anode testing a success at Graphite Bull Electrochemical work has demonstrated the suitability of graphite from Buxton Resources (ASX:BUX) Graphite Bull project in feed for lithium-ion battery anode manufacture. Since April 2023, graphite industry specialist ProGraphite in Germany has been managing mid and downstream testwork on Graphite Bull concentrate. Final results confirm that the uncoated purified spherical graphite (uPSG) made from the Graphite Bull concentrate is suitable for manufacture of lithium-ion battery anodes, yielding above average to good performance characteristics. Work involved constructing an anode and lithium-ion battery from Graphite Bull uPSG with subsequent electrochemical testwork including multiple charging and discharge tests to determine electrical capacity and durability characteristics. This...

Surefire Resources develops breakthrough vanadium extraction process Surefire Resources (ASX:SRN) has developed a breakthrough process of extracting vanadium directly from magnetite concentrate at its Victory Bore vanadium project in WA. After a 96-hour leach directly from magnetite concentrate, a vanadium extraction of 91% was achieved. Unexpectedly, an 88% titanium extraction was also recovered. The leach process was applied to pre-treated concentrate, allowing the leach process to effectively scavenge vanadium. This pre-leach treatment is Surefire’s intellectual property. In May 2023, Surefire appointed METS Engineering to undertake an assessment of potential recovery of a high purity vanadium oxide in liquid form, from which a clean high purity vanadium electrolyte could be produced for use in Australasia’s...

True North Copper and Glencore partner for Cloncurry product True North Copper (ASX:TNC) has signed binding offtake and toll-mining agreements with Glencore for its Cloncurry copper project (CCP) in Queensland. Under the agreements, Glencore will purchase 100% of copper concentrate from Cloncurry and process up to 1mtpa of Cloncurry ore at its Mount Isa smelter. True North will be entitled to claim 20% Queensland State royalty discount for all material processed through the smelter. The tolling agreement contains customary terms and conditions, including agreed tolling charge and agreed processes for assaying, weighing, sampling and moisture determination. True North managing director Marty Costello says the agreements...

Rio Tinto drives development of Gladstone solar farm Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) has agreed to buy all electricity from the 1.1GW Upper Calliope solar farm for 25 years to provide renewable power to its Gladstone operations. This agreement will bring more renewable power to one of Australia’s most important industrial hubs and marks a step towards Rio’s climate goal of halving its global scope one and two carbon emissions this decade. If combined with more renewable power and suitable firming, transmission and industrial policy, it could also provide the core of a solution to repower Rio’s three Gladstone production assets — the Boyne aluminium smelter,...

Bravus Mining and Resources ready to ride with the North Queensland Cowboys in National Rugby League season 2024 Bravus Mining and Resources was front and centre at the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys annual community day last week as excitement for the return of footy season builds across regional Queensland. Hundreds of footy fans descended on the Cowboys Training Field in South Townsville on Friday to celebrate the new “blue and grey” line-up and rub shoulders with their sporting heroes. Bravus Mining and Resources Head of Community Kate Campbell said as a Cowboys Platinum Partner, the Bravus team was there in full voice to lend their support...

Allshelter: Fabric Shelters Revolutionising the Mining Industry In a world where industries constantly evolve and face new challenges, reliable and adaptable shelter solutions are crucial. Allshelter, a leading provider in the dome shelter industry since 1999, has emerged as a beacon of innovation and excellence. With a commitment to quality and a diverse range of products, Allshelter is transforming how businesses approach shelter needs across various sectors. What are Fabric Dome Shelters? Fabric shelters are versatile and durable structures built to protect valuable assets such as equipment, vehicles, or stock and provide a safe space for personnel. Made from a 100% recyclable steel frame with a polyethylene cover, these shelters are extremely strong and able to withstand the harshest conditions....

BHP Xplor announces second accelerator program BHP (ASX:BHP) has announced its second group of six companies to join the BHP Xplor accelerator program. The accelerator program is designed to support early-stage mineral exploration companies in finding the critical resources needed to support the energy transition. It aims to support development across technical, business and operational aspects of the participating companies. Furthermore, BHP Xplor provides BHP the opportunity to access some of the world’s most exciting exploration prospects, enhancing the pipeline of new opportunities which may shape the company’s future asset portfolio. Each of the six companies will receive a grant of up to $760,803 (US$500k) plus access to a network of internal and external...

Liontown Resources’ $760m debt funding facility scrapped Liontown Resources’ (ASX:LTR) $760m debt funding facility for Kathleen Valley has been terminated due to the recent material decline in spodumene prices. As a result, discussions have begun for a revised, smaller facility and Liontown has been advised by lenders that they remain highly supportive of Kathleen Valley. Due to the recent decline in spodumene prices, significant reductions have been made in short and medium-term lithium price forecasts. As a result, Liontown has begun a review of the planned expansion and associated ramp-up of Kathleen Valley to preserve capital and reduce near-term funding requirements. The review includes examining options...

Gold mineralisation extended at Mt Martin Gold mineralisation has been extended at Lefroy Exploration’s (ASX:LEX) Mt Martin gold mine in WA. As part of the company’s maiden resource expansion drilling program, 29 reverse circulation (RC) holes were drilled to evaluate multiple extensions at depth and shallow gold-bearing shear structures. Holes on the west side of the open pit targeted the northwest plunging ore shoots which are a feature of high-grade mineralisation at Mt Martin. Best results include 35m @ 1.78g/t gold from 209m including 10m @4.32g/t gold from 222m, and 3m @3.74g/t gold from 128m. These results are encouraging and confirm the mineralised structure have significant down-dip continuity...