Federal Court sides with Regis on McPhillamys

Forrestania Resources (ASX: FRS) has awarded MEGA Resources the mining services development contract for its Tycho gold project in the Eastern Goldfields region of WA.

Fortescue to charter new ammonia-powered ore carrier Fortescue (ASX: FMG) has signed an agreement with Bocimar to charter a new green ammonia-powered vessel. This agreement aligns with the progress both companies are making to decarbonise the shipping industry. Bocimar is a division of CMB.TECH, a diversified group striving to decarbonise the maritime industry, that owns and operates bulkers that transport coal and iron ore. Fortescue is anticipating the delivery of the 210,000 dwt Newcastlemax vessel by the end of 2026. This vessel will become a crucial element in the shipment of iron ore from the Pilbara to Fortescue’s international customer base. The highly...

Australian mining to power 2032 Olympics The Queensland Government is setting a major projects pipeline for the state’s mining industry in preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. In a delivery plan for the event, the Queensland Government outlined a $7.1b infrastructure program that includes the construction of new Olympic venues and enhancing transport networks across regional and southeast Queensland as well as expanding essential energy infrastructure. The most notable project is the construction of a new 63,000-seat stadium to be built in Brisbane’s Victoria Park, a feat that will require...

Scholars drive WA’s minerals innovation The WA Government has announced the cohort for the Minerals Institute of WA (MRIWA) 2025 PhD scholarships and student placement schemes. The schemes strengthen the resources sector by driving innovation in sustainable mineral production and fostering research and industry advancement, reinforcing WA’s position as a global industry leader. The scholarships have been awarded to three students that are tackling critical challenges faced by the minerals industry. Kenneth Akiti has been awarded the prestigious Odwyn Jones PhD Scholarship for his research into responsible management of retired mining vehicle batteries, addressing environmental and economic challenges....