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Ucore, SOMA to collaborate on rare earth supply chain
15th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

TSX-V-listed Ucore Rare Metals has announced a strategic cooperation framework with Sumitomo Corporation of Americas (SCOA) to support the development of a diversified rare earth supply chain... 


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PEA confirms robust economics of Resouro’s Brazil project
15th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ASX-listed Resouro Strategic Metals says it has delivered on a “major milestone” with the completion of the preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for a starter operation at its flagship Tiros rare... 


Aldoro reports promising assay results from Namibia project
12th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ASX-listed Aldoro Resources has reported “compelling” assay results from diamond drill holes DD008G and DD005D at its flagship Kameelburg rare earth elements (REE)/strontium/niobium project, with... 


Namibia Critical Metals begins exploration, infill drilling programme at Lofdal
Namibia Critical Metals begins exploration, infill drilling programme at Lofdal
12th June 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

TSX-V-listed Namibia Critical Metals has begun a significant drill programme at its Lofdal heavy rare earths project, in Namibia. The drill programme, which began on June 3, is aimed at compiling... 


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MMC, rare earths, Jr mining opportunities make headlines
12th June 2026

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses the completion of Manganese Metal Company’s new plant in Mpumalanga; the rare earths project in the Northern Cape that was highlighted on day two of... 


Nechalacho rare earths project, in Canada's Northwest Territories
Lithium, rare earths developer Avalon opens offices in two Canadian regions and US
12th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed critical minerals developer Avalon Advanced Materials has opened three office locations to support the advancement of its Canadian and US operations, as well as its market connectivity.... 


Shin-Etsu rare earth oxides
Japan gov backs new Shin-Etsu rare earth refinery build amid China's export control
11th June 2026 By: Reuters

Japanese rare earth magnet manufacturer Shin-Etsu Chemical plans to build a new rare earth refining facility in Fukui prefecture in western Japan to strengthen its supply chain, a spokesperson... 


Frontier Rare Earths CEO James Kenny.
South Africa’s Zandkopsdrift rare earths project highlighted at Junior Indaba
10th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The Zandkopsdrift rare earths project in South Africa’s endowed Northern Cape was highlighted on day two of the Junior Indaba, which also learnt of the rapid forward momentum of West Wits Mining’s... 


Rare earth material in hand
Rare Element Resources gains clear permit timeline, but hits delays with demo plant
10th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Vancouver-headquartered rare earths developer Rare Element Resources expects to have all federal and State permitting and licensing requirements completed for the Bear Lodge rare earths project, in... 


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Aclara garners enviro approval for Penco Module rare earths project in Chile
9th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed rare earths developer Aclara Resources has been granted an environmental qualification resoluton for its approval for its Penco Module ionic clay rare earth project, in Chile. Having... 


Ashram rare earths project area in Québec
Updated PEA on Mont Royal's Ashram project in Québec confirms significant economic potential
9th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

An updated preliminary economic assessment (PEA) has confirmed a larger-scale production profile for the Ashram rare earths and fluorspar project, in Québec, Canada. ASX-listed Mont Royal... 


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Pensana continues to progress Longonjo mine construction
8th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London-listed Pensana has achieved progress on construction of the Longonjo mine, in Angola. The $250-million development is on target and on budget for first mixed rare earth carbonite (MREC)... 


Nechalacho project near Thor Lake in Canada
Avalon proposes share consolidation ahead of potential US listing
8th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed lithium and rare earths explorer Avalon Advanced Materials has advised it will host a special meeting of shareholders on June 29 to seek shareholder approval for a proposed share... 


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Results underpin Kieshöhe’s potential as major rare earth discovery – Kendrick
5th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

An initial assessment has confirmed that Kieshöhe has the potential to emerge as a major rare earth discovery alongside London-listed Kendrick Resources’ flagship Teufelskuppe project within the... 


Rare earths in scoop
REalloys to secure rare earth feedstock from US miner Patriot
5th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nasdaq-listed rare earths refiner REalloys has signed a non-binding letter of intent (LoI) with US-based rare earths miner Patriot Exploration & Mining for REalloys to secure up to 30% of Patriot's... 


Rare earth ore
Mine waste refiner Phoenix Tailings granted $66m US funding for rare earths seperation
5th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Mine waste refiner Phoenix Tailings has been selected for a $66-million grant from the US Department of Energy’s (DoE's) Rare Earth Demonstration Facility Programme, which will advance commercial... 


Lynas rare earths plant in Malaysia
Lynas appoints Le Roux interim CEO
5th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed Lynas Rare Earths has appointed Pol Le Roux interim CEO effective July 1 as it searches for a permanent appointment to succeed Amanda Lacaze, who is set to retire at the end of June. Le... 


An image of drilling at Altona Rare Earths Monte Muambe projects
Junior prioritises fluorspar mine development
5th June 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

While junior explorer Altona Rare Earths is undertaking metallurgy work at its Monte Muambe rare earths and Monte Muambe fluorspar and gallium projects, in Mozambique, it is prioritising the... 


Power line transmission infrastructure
Rare earths developer Viridis secures dedicated grid capacity for Brazil rare earths project Colossus
4th June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed rare earths developer Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured its first major project execution contract with Minas Gerais-based electricity distributor DME Energética for the delivery... 


Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe.
New cadastre processing W Cape mining licence applications, Parliament hears
4th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The phased rollout of the new online mining licensing system – the cadastre – is progressing steadily, with Western Cape applications being received and processed online, Parliament was informed on... 


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USA Rare Earth secures $1.6bn US funding
4th June 2026 By: Reuters

USA Rare Earth said on Wednesday it has signed agreements with the US Department of Commerce giving it access to up to $1.6-billion in funding under the CHIPS Act, to support its plans to build a... 


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Victory Metals secures traditional owner consent on land use for rare earths mine in WA
3rd June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed heavy rare earths explorer Victory Metals has signed an agreement with the Wajarri Yamaji Aboriginal Corporation that helps facilitate the granting of a mining licence for the North... 


Alumina 'red mud' tailings site in Louisiana
Colorado School of Mines, ElementUSA awarded US gov funding to recover rare earths from alumina tailings
3rd June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Research university Colorado School of Mines and mid-stream minerals processing company ElementUSA have been awarded $67-million in funding from the US Department of Energy (DoE) to build a plant... 


USA Rare Earth Round Top project site
USA Rare Earth to invest $1.2bn in South Carolina facility to boost domestic supply
3rd June 2026 By: Reuters

USA Rare Earth said on Tuesday it will invest $1.2-billion to build a magnet manufacturing and rare earth metals facility in South Carolina, as it expands domestic production capacity. Shares of... 


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Aclara reaches enviro milestone ahead of final authorisation for Penco Module project in Chile
1st June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed Aclara Resources has received a consolidated evaluation report from Chile's Environmental Assessment Service, recommending approval of the company's environmental-impact assessment (EIA)... 


Rare earths ore
European Resources identifies new rare earth anomalies at Korsnäs in Finland
1st June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed European Resources has identified new, untested anomalies beyond historical gravity coverage at the Korsnäs rare earths project in Finland. Having undertaken Phase 2 of a passive... 


Rare earths drill core
Viridis secures preliminary offtake agreement with multinational chemicals company
1st June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Having announced its intention to only supply offtakers in the Europe and the US with rare earth materials earlier last month, ASX-listed Viridis Mining and Metals has secured a letter of intent... 


Rare earths chemical symbols
USA Rare Earth commits to more investment in France
1st June 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nasdaq-listed USA Rare Earth has announced it will expand its metal, alloy and magnet making investment in France. This will build upon the company’s previously announced French initiatives, which... 


Scientists in rare earths demo plant
Ucore estimates higher cost Louisiana rare earths plant, but markedly improved long-term configuration
29th May 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Nova Scotia-based Ucore Rare Metals has determined optimised configurations for its planned rare earth production lines at the Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex (SMC).   This follows the company... 


Ramaco metallurgical coal mine, in the US
REalloys partners with met coal miner Ramaco in rare earths, scandium drive
29th May 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Vertically integrated US rare earth processing and magnet supply chain company REalloys has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with US-based metallurgical coal miner Ramaco Resources to... 


Viridis drilling at Colossus project
Brazil rare earths miner Viridis to sell to US, European buyers, not China, CEO says
29th May 2026 By: Reuters

Australian rare earths miner Viridis Mining and Minerals is in advanced discussions with potential offtake buyers in Europe and the US for its Colossus mine in Brazil's Minas Gerais state, CEO... 


Minerals Council South Africa president Paul Dunne (centre) flanked by Minerals Council CEO Mzila Mthenjane (left) and vice-president Moses Madondo.
Cadastre must be rolled out ‘effectively, rapidly, transparently’ – Minerals Council
28th May 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The mining cadastre under development by South Africa’s Department of Minerals and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) must be rolled out “effectively, rapidly and transparently”. That was the emphatic... 


American Rare Earth site works on Halleck Creek in Wyoming
American Rare Earths to conclude maiden Halleck Creek drilling by mid-July
28th May 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

ASX-listed American Rare Earths has started with its 2026 exploration drilling programme at the Cowboy State mine within the Halleck Creek rare earths project, in Wyoming. The programme marks the... 


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