Brazilian mining company Vale has lowered its forecast for iron ore production in 2026 to 335-345 million tons, according to a company statement.

Tasmania is emerging as a key player in the global race for critical minerals after ABx Group produced a mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) sample from its Deep Leads project.

Victoria is continuing to deliver accelerated critical minerals capabilities thanks to an approved mining work plan for VHM’s Goschen rare earths and minerals sands project in the state’s northwest.

Australia’s Fenix Resources said on Tuesday it has added a further 240 000 t of iron-ore hedging for 2026

Saudi Arabia has announced new rare earth element discoveries valued atapproximately 37 billion riyals following recent exploration activities.

Rare earths producer Lynas Rare Earths has reported significant power supply disruptions at its new Kalgoorlie processing facility

World crude steel production for the 70 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 143.3 million tonnes (Mt) in October 2025

Pensana to expand Longonjo rare earths resource to over one-billion tonnes