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First Development drill tests Lander West gold targets

First Development Resources plc has started drill testing “multiple high-priority” gold targets at Lander West within the Selta project in the Northern Territory, Australia. PROSPECTIVITY The 3,000 metres, phase I reverse circulation programme follows geological mapping, geochemistry, airborne magnetics, gradient array induced polarisation geophysics and target generation. The company said that staged drilling would allow […]

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Arkadian begins trading under new name

Arkadian Strategic Metals plc, formerly Alba Mineral Resources plc, began trading today, 8 June 2026, under its new name. ASSETS The company’s main project is the Clogau-St David’s gold mine along with wider exploration licences in North Wales. Arkadian’s additionally has a 51% interest are in the Motzfeldt critical minerals project, and 23.97% ownership of […]

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Corcel appoints new CFO

Corcel plc has appointed Leandro Schujmann as its new chief financial officer. Mr Schujmann replaces Scott Kaintz who stepped down on 31 March 2026 to pursue interests outside the company. “We would like to thank Scott Kaintz for his contribution to Corcel and wish him every success in the future,” said chief executive officer Scott […]

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First Development given further permit for Lander West

First Development Resources plc has received approval to begin mining activities at the Lander West gold target on the Selta project in the Northern Territory, Australia. DRILLING The notice of authority to commence mining activities follows the receipt of an environmental (mining) licence, and the company lodging a security bond. The notice allows First Development to […]

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First Development advances exploration at Selta

First Development Resources plc has progressed exploration activities, with “real momentum”, at its Selta polymetal project in the Aileron Province of the Northern Territory, Australia. EXPANSION The company holds three exploration licences, covering in total nearly 1,600 km², and prospective for uranium, rare earth elements, base and precious metals. At the Lander West gold priority target, […]