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Critical minerals in 2026: the rise of rare earths and lessons from the lithium boom
If 2024 left the critical minerals sector slightly battered and bruised, 2025 saw it return with vengeance. A number of factors drove this recovery: Greater long-term optimism around the demand profi ...
Securing critical supply: a milestone in critical minerals and rare earth cooperation
The United States and Australia have signed a landmark bilateral framework (the Framework) in Washington, D.C., aimed at securing critical minerals and rare earths supply chains vital for defence, adv ...
The evolution of Liontown – from explorer to near term lithium producer
If the past year has taught critical mineral participants anything, it's the importance of preparedness and being able to quickly pivot strategy to adapt to changing market conditions. Join us as we examine the lifecycle of Liontown's exponential rise from explorer to near term producer. Hear from our experts who partnered with Liontown, navigated unprecedented market conditions and worked hand-in-hand to develop the Kathleen Valley Project - from securing offtake, working on development contracts in the changing labour and pricing market and more recently, financing the project through a market first equity and debt package. ...
What is the future for natural gas in Australia?
Covered in this webinar: a fast transition, in which gas is quickly replaced with other sources of energy; and a softer transition, in which gas is used as a fuel source over the longer term, in conjunction with renewable sources. ...
Federal environmental reform: recasting the EPBC Act
Australia's national environmental law, the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC Act) is 25 years old and undergoing once-in-a-generation reform. Contributing to the reform process, Allens brings a practical perspective on how these changes are evolving and implications for businesses seeking certainty for their developments. ...
Financial Review Mining Summit 2025 panel discussion
Australia’s mining industry is navigating a year of enormous political upheaval. A new administration in the White House has brought hefty tariffs on major trading partners, while at home, the G ...
Allens advises Sumitomo on Speewah Fluorite Project
Allens advised on all aspects of Sumitomo's investment, including the suite of binding joint venture documents and required regulatory approvals. Fluorite is an essential mineral for semiconductor ...
Protecting critical minerals R&D for future success
An opportunity for Australian businesses to lead the global energy transition ...
Victoria's new Critical Minerals Roadmap
In early December, the Victorian Government announced a series of measures designed to reinvigorate Victoria's economy and encourage business investment in the state. Among these announcements was the ...
Allens advises Patriot Battery Metals on Australian aspects of strategic partnership with Volkswagen Group
The proceeds of the strategic investment will be used to advance Patriot's Shaakichiuwaanaan Project, the largest lithium pegmatite resource in the Americas and the eighth largest in the world. The ...