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5 articles about tungsten mining

Gordon Mining agrees to acquire Tungsten Tail project in New Mexico

Gordon Mining has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Tungsten Tail Project in Sierra County, New Mexico, marking a strategic entry into domestic tungsten exploration. This acquisition encompasses 41 unpatented lode mining claims covering approximately 847 acres, situated in a historically active mining district with documented tungsten occurrences. The move positions Gordon Mining to explore a critical mineral resource within the United States, aligning with national priorities for secure supply chains and leveraging historical data and recent geological surveys to guide future drilling efforts.

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Flynn Gold extends gold-tungsten mineralisation at Firetower Project

Flynn Gold has announced significant assay results from its 2026 drilling program at the wholly owned Firetower Project in northern Tasmania, successfully extending high-grade gold-tungsten mineralization. The latest findings, particularly from drill-hole 2019FTD003E, demonstrate continuity of a polymetallic system comprising gold, tungsten, copper, cobalt, and silver, supporting potential for further expansion. This development precedes planned metallurgical testwork and an initial mineral resource estimate, marking a critical advancement for the project within the prospective Mt Read Volcanic Sequence.

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Europe’s tungsten revival: new issue of MINE out now!

The October 2026 issue of MINE magazine, released on October 15, 2026, offers a comprehensive analysis of critical shifts impacting the global mining sector, with a spotlight on Europe's strategic push to revive its tungsten industry. The publication delves into the geopolitical dynamics reshaping iron ore supply chains, advancements in underground automation, the volatile outlook for coal markets in 2027, and innovative mineral processing technologies, alongside a dedicated supplement on key developments in Australian mining.

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Europe’s tungsten revival faces a race against China

Europe is witnessing a significant resurgence in its domestic tungsten mining sector, driven by global supply chain disruptions and China's strategic export controls. New and revitalized projects, such as Austria's Mittersill mine, are advancing to secure a vital industrial metal crucial for numerous high-tech applications. This concerted effort underscores Europe's push for supply chain resilience and independence in the face of increasing geopolitical and economic pressures, setting the stage for a critical race against dominant Chinese supply.

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Traxys and Abenójar sign El Moto tungsten offtake deal

Traxys Europe and Abenójar Tungsten S.A. have formalized an exclusive, long-term offtake agreement for tungsten concentrate from Spain's El Moto project. This significant deal, announced on October 8, 2026, secures a vital supply of critical raw materials for global industries for at least ten years post-production commencement, directly addressing increasing concerns over global tungsten supply chain resilience, particularly given China's dominant market share and intensifying export controls. The El Moto project, designated as "strategic" under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, is set to begin production in Q1 2029, with a forecast of over 4,000 tonnes per annum of contained tungsten trioxide.

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