Join us as we speak with Dr Mark Cooksey, Managing Director at ABx Group (ASX:ABX), about the latest outcomes of testwork to produce mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) from the Deep Leads Rare Earths Project in Tasmania.
Key topics discussed:
- The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) shows improved extraction of critical rare earths from column leaching versus tank leaching.
- Average recovery of rare earths has increased from 65-75% to over 85%.
- A new MREC sample will be produced in the near future.
About the guest and company:
Mark Cooksey brings extensive technical and commercial expertise to ABx Group (ASX:ABX), a diversified exploration and technology company focused on critical minerals, rare earths, and fluorine recycling. The company’s ALCORE subsidiary is focused on sustainable solutions to produce hydrogen fluoride and aluminium fluoride from industrial waste
Watch the full interview to gain insights into the latest outcomes of the company’s testwork








