ASX Miners Raise Capital for Global Projects | Rare Earths, Gold, and Energy Shift in Focus

3 min read | June 19, 2025 06:28 AM BST | By Team Kalkine Media

Highlights

  • Critical Metals Corp advances Tanbreez rare earth project in Greenland through US support

  • Turaco Gold secures funding to expand Afema Project across West Africa

  • Blaze Minerals and First Au initiate capital raising for exploration and acquisitions

Companies across the mining industry are actively securing funding for strategic exploration and project development initiatives. From rare earths in Greenland to gold in West Africa and uranium in Africa, capital raising remains a critical tool for project momentum. This funding activity spans both international exchanges and the ASX 300, with several listed companies including Critical Metals Corp, Turaco Gold (ASX:TCG), Blaze Minerals (ASX:BLZ), and First Au (ASX:FAU) announcing placements and partnerships to progress key assets.

Critical Metals Progresses Tanbreez with Backing from US Export Bank

Critical Metals Corp (NASDAQ:CRML) has received a non-binding letter of interest from the Export-Import Bank of the United States to support its Tanbreez Project located in Greenland. The project, designed to supply rare earth materials essential for electrification and advanced technologies, must meet regulatory and development milestones to qualify for funding.

Tanbreez is positioned as a long-term rare earth supplier and is part of Critical Metals' broader European portfolio. The proposed financial structure aligns with the US Supply Chain Resiliency Initiative, reflecting the strategic importance of rare earth resources.

Turaco Gold Secures Placement for West African Resource Expansion

Turaco Gold (ASX:TCG), listed on the All Ordinaries, has secured firm commitments to raise capital in support of its Afema Project located in southern Côte d’Ivoire. The funding will advance exploration and drilling at high-priority targets while supporting future feasibility studies.

The project has already defined a gold resource under the JORC code and remains central to Turaco’s strategy in the region. Participation by multiple financial firms, including Canaccord Genuity and Argonaut Securities, underscores the project’s scope and execution plan.

Blaze Minerals Moves Ahead with Loulombo and Uganda Projects

Blaze Minerals (ASX:BLZ) has outlined plans to fund its recent acquisition and exploration efforts by raising capital through a share placement. The funds will support the company’s entry into the Loulombo Project and ongoing activity across its Ugandan exploration portfolio.

The capital raising is being managed by CPS Capital Group, and additional director-related participation is subject to shareholder approval. Blaze’s project strategy includes increasing exposure to battery minerals and regional geological targets.

First Au Expands Capital Plan for Liberia-Focused Gold Exploration

First Au (ASX:FAU), active within the ASX 200, has boosted its planned placement in response to increased interest from domestic and offshore entities. Funds from the capital raise will be allocated to advancing the company’s involvement in the Nimba Gold Project located in Liberia.

The company had previously executed an agreement to earn a controlling stake in the project, aiming to fully consolidate ownership in the future. Board member Lei Shi is contributing to the placement, with additional performance rights contingent on upcoming milestones.


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